US Raiders and Paramarines' Kitbag: Uniforms and Equipment of the US Marines Corps' Elite Units in WWII

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EAN: 9781526778178

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During World War II, the United States Marine Corps (USMC) evolved into a powerful multi-division force, playing a central role in the Pacific theater. Among its lesser-known units were the Paramarines and the Raiders. The Paramarines, the Marine parachute troops, were formed in 1942, with the first operational unit taking part in the Guadalcanal and Tulagi battles. Though their only combat jump occurred in southern France with an OSS unit, they saw action as infantry in the Solomons Campaign before being disbanded in 1944. The Raiders, modeled after the British Commandos, were a hard-hitting assault force trained to strike swiftly from any location. The initial group trained in Scotland became the foundation of the 1st and 2nd Raider Battalions. Pioneers in camouflage, they used black-dyed shirts and trousers, sprayed their green uniforms, and crafted helmet covers from burlap and netting. In this book, Jim Moran, a collector and researcher, delves into the uniforms and gear used by these elite units. Illustrated with over 200 photos, including close-ups of surviving items, it offers a detailed guide to their distinctive equipment. Supported by the US Marine Corps Historical Center, this work serves as an essential reference for collectors, historians, and enthusiasts.

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Liczba stron: 248

Wymiary: 17.2x24.6

Typ okładki:twarda okładka

Wydawca: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

Autor:

Jim Moran

Tytuł:US Raiders and Paramarines' Kitbag: Uniforms and Equipment of the US Marines Corps' Elite Units in WWII

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Książki obcojęzyczne / angielskie / History and Archeology

EAN: 9781526778178

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