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Images of War
German Guns of the Third Reich Images of War
German Guns of the Third Reich is an illustrated record of German light and heavy artillery, heavy mortars, anti-tank and anti-aircraft guns at war. Using previously unpublished photographs, many of which have come from the albums of individuals who took part in the war, it presents a unique visual account of the various German guns that were deployed for action between 1939 and 1945.
The book analyses the development of the German gun at war and shows how it became of decisive importance for the preparation and the successful conduct of atta and defense. It describes how German forces carefully built up their assault forces utilizing all available guns and making into an effective killing machine. It shows how various Panzerjäger and Panzergrenadier units fought on the battlefield using a host of antitank guns with lethal effect.
Throughout the book it depicts life as a gunner, how the guns were deployed for action, and illustrates the various modes of transport that were used to move the guns from one battle front to another. Each chapter details the various guns that went into production and eventually saw action on the battlefield.
The book analyses the development of the German gun at war and shows how it became of decisive importance for the preparation and the successful conduct of atta and defense. It describes how German forces carefully built up their assault forces utilizing all available guns and making into an effective killing machine. It shows how various Panzerjäger and Panzergrenadier units fought on the battlefield using a host of antitank guns with lethal effect.
Throughout the book it depicts life as a gunner, how the guns were deployed for action, and illustrates the various modes of transport that were used to move the guns from one battle front to another. Each chapter details the various guns that went into production and eventually saw action on the battlefield.
- GenresMilitary Fiction
160 pages, Paperback
First published October 6, 2007
About the author
Ian Baxter
133 books20 followersIan Baxter is a military historian who specializes in German twentieth-century military history. He has written more than forty books and over 100 articles about the World War II era.
He has reviewed numerous military studies for publication and supplied thousands of photographs and important documents to various publishers and film production companies worldwide.
He has reviewed numerous military studies for publication and supplied thousands of photographs and important documents to various publishers and film production companies worldwide.
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February 24, 2025
Extensive study of German Guns in WW2
In depth study of the German artillery capability during WW2, it serves as a reminder that although the weapons developed by them were usually of good quality, compared with the allied combined output, of Russia an EUA, Germany was not match for those colossus . Great read truly recommended.
In depth study of the German artillery capability during WW2, it serves as a reminder that although the weapons developed by them were usually of good quality, compared with the allied combined output, of Russia an EUA, Germany was not match for those colossus . Great read truly recommended.
March 27, 2017
Great photo study of various guns used by the Germans in WWII. Artillery, Howitzers, AA, AT, including their transport are all covered.
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