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The M-1 Carbine: Classic American Small Arms at War - Volume One
Hardback
Main Details
Title |
The M-1 Carbine: Classic American Small Arms at War - Volume One
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Tom Laemlein
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Physical Properties |
Format:Hardback | Pages:96 | Dimensions(mm): Height 280,Width 215 |
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Category/Genre | Small firearms, guns and other equipment |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780974838922
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Classifications | Dewey:623.440973 |
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Illustrations |
100 duotone photos
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
RZM Imports,U.S.
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Imprint |
RZM Imports,U.S.
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Publication Date |
1 March 2006 |
Publication Country |
United States
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Description
* Highly illustrated with duotone images *Provides an intimate portrait of this famous weapon *Indispensable for collectors, modellers and re-enectors This new volume, along with Volume Two- The M-1 Garand - launches an exciting six-part series depicting classic American small arms in training and combat during World War II and Korea. Featuring exquisite, high-quality duotone images from the US National Archives, this book presents a unique and intimate look at the ubiquitous M1 Carbine as well as the valiant `dog-faced' infantrymen and tank crews who used it. From combat in the forests of France and Germany, to the black sand beaches of the Pacific theatre and Korea, The M-1 Carbine contains roughly one hundred exceptional images which provide a wealth of visual information for gun collectors, re-enactors, modellers and historians interested in taking a new look at this legendary weapon.
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