Review (PDF) Vietnam: U.S. Uniforms In Colour Photographs (Europa Militaria, Special No 3)
This work combines 40 separate mixtures of uniforms, personal equipment and weapons of US troops in Vietnam - worn by models - in colour photographs of both the front and the rear. The photographs are supported by secondary spreads illustrating, in close-up detail, such topics as web equipment and packs with their typical contents, alternative headgear and insignia. All of the uniforms and items of kit are from private collections, and include rare and sought-after "collectables". The subjects range from the early "advisers" of the period 1963-64 right through the major campaigns of the late 1960s, to the US Army at the beginning of the 1970s. Pictured here are US Army and Marine infantrymen outfitted for different missions, as they evolved throughout the war; tank and armoured cavalry troopers; helicopter crews; advisor's attached to ARVN units; paratroopers; special forces; rangers; army LRRPs and Marine recon troopers.
Series: Europa Militaria, Special No 3 (Book 3)
Paperback: 96 pages
Publisher: Crowood Pr; 1St Edition edition (September 1992)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1872004520
ISBN-13: 978-1872004525
Product Dimensions: 0.2 x 7.5 x 10.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #1,695,140 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #251 in Books > History > Military > Uniforms #2848 in Books > History > Military > United States > Vietnam War #18735 in Books > History > Asia
This book presents examples of uniforms from US ground forces of the Vietnam war, from the late '50s to the mid '70s. It is an excellent reference for anyone interested in uniforms, but its format makes it especially useful for those interested in modelmaking or costume.Unlike many books on military uniforms, this book does not use archival photographs, but instead presents modern color photographs of models dressed in vintage gear and shot in a studio against plain backdrops. There are two shots for each outfit with both front and back views. Accompanying text describes the gear, the unit that it was used by, and the state of the war in general. Uniforms are presented chronilogically. The selection is an overview and while it does not include all variations it is fairly comprehensive.The photographs obviously cannot be used as primary source material for research on how the uniforms were worn in the field. However, the book is still an invaluable resource, since the photographs are much clearer that most archival photographs, and since it is difficult to find matching front and back views for the same outfit. Enthusiasts of all levels will probably find this book useful and informative.
Filled with color pictures. These series and Brassey's are the best for uniforms and equipment.
I have a friend who is into history, war and re-enactments. This book was for him, and he loved it! He's loves the detail and color pictures.
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