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- ISBN 9781780963884
- Weight: 300g
- Dimensions: 180 x 244 x 7mm
- Publication Date: 20 Jul 2014
- Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
- Language: English
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Nazi Germany's MP 38 and MP 40 submachine guns are among World War II's most recognizable weapons.
Portable and with folding stocks, both were widely issued to airborne troops and became the hallmark of Germany's infantry section and platoon leaders. A million were produced during the conflict – and many found their ways into the hands of paramilitary and irregular forces from Israel to Vietnam after the war.
Featuring specially commissioned full-color artwork and period and close-up photographs, this is the story of the origins, combat use, and lasting influence of two of World War II's most famous firearms.
Alejandro de Quesada is a Florida-based military history writer, an experienced researcher, and collector of militaria, photos, and documents. He runs an archive and historical consultancy for museums and films and has written over 100 articles and over 25 books.
Johnny Shumate is a freelance illustrator living in Nashville, Tennessee. He began his career in 1987 after graduating from Austin Peay State University.
Alan Gilliland is a writer, illustrator and publisher who has contributed to more than 70 Osprey titles. is a writer, illustrator and publisher who has contributed to more than 70 Osprey titles.
