German Paratroops

Uniforms, Insignia & Equipment of the Fallschirmjäger in World War II

• Author(s): Robert Kurtz,
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing, Limited
• Pages: 197
• ISBN_10: 0764310402
  ISBN_13: 9780764310409
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Antiques & Collectibles / General , History / Military / General , History / Wars & Conflicts / World War II / General , History / Military / Special Forces , History / Military / Uniforms , History / Wars & Conflicts / World War II / European Theater ,

Description:... The uniforms and equipment of the elite German Fallschirmjäger is the subject of this detailed, illustrated study. Authentic items - smocks, dress tunics, boots, insignia, helmets, visor caps, gloves, knee pads and more - are shown in superb color photos, in both multiple full-view, and detail shots. Unpublished World War II era photos show uniforms and equipment being worn on a variety of war fronts. Also included is a short chapter covering other Axis airborne including Italian and Japanese gear.