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(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) A historical narrative of 16 Brigade's operations since its formation in 1999, explaining the innovative tactics and operational procedures used to move by air into battle. The book covers military hardware including Apache attack helicopters, as well as describing the elite combat units including the Parachute Regiment and Pathfinders. Key personalities from the Brigade are examined together with a comprehensive analysis of how the Brigade has performed and how it is likely to evolve in coming years. (Published: 2008) (Publisher: Pen & Sword) (ISBN: 9781844157433) (Pagination: 272pp. numerous colour & b/w illustrations, maps, tactical diagrams.) (Condition: new in dw) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) The 59th North Midland, a Territorial division, was formed in January 1915. It served in Ireland following the Easter Uprising in April 1916. In March 1917 it was sent to France, serving on the Western Front at Ypres, Cambrai, St Quentin, Bapaume, Baileul and Kemmel Ridge during the German offensive on the Lys, Amiens and in the final advance in Artois and Flanders. This account describes brigade operations against Sinn Fein in Dublin, examples of acts of gallantry, plus a summary of the divisional record from formation to armistice. Also includes a table of the divisions movements and locations. (Published: 2004) (Publisher: Naval & Military Press) (ISBN: 9781843429944) (Pagination: 186pp + 35-page supplement, 9 b/w photos, 3 maps.) (Condition: New in card cover) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) The History of one of the Batteries of the oldest Regiment of the British Army. In 1942 The Honourable Artillery Company served in North Africa, supporting Infantry and Armoured Regiments. Later, in Italy, the Battery saw service with the 6th Armoured Division at Cassino, on the Gustav and Hitler Lines, and in the final campaign in the Po Valley. It was reconstituted after the war as a Territorial Army unit. (Published: 1992) (Publisher: Leo Cooper) (ISBN: 0850522706) (Pagination: vi + 147pp, 37 b/w photos & 4 col photos, 1 col plate, 6 maps) (Condition: near fine in dw) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) The record of the Queens Household Brigade of the British Army - the Brigade of Guards and the Household Cavalry from 1642. Not the usual Regimental History but more of a fly on the wall book. It provides a good illustration of what it is like to be part of the one of Britain's oldest and proudest group of soldiers. (Published: 1977) (Publisher: Hamish Hamilton) (ISBN: 024189431X) (Pagination: 288pp, numerous colour & b/w illustrations) (Condition: endpaper creased otherwise very good in d/w) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) Facsimile reprint of the second volume in this series, first published in 1923. useful reference copy. Evidence of previous owner name erased on endpaper. (Publisher: Naval & Military Press) (ISBN: 9781843424468) (Pagination: 349pp maps.) (Condition: Good in card covers) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) The artillery regiments of the US Army. Includes details of when they were constituted, the various re-organisations, list of campaigns in which they served and decorations received. (Published: 1985) (Publisher: Center of MilitaryHistory) (Pagination: viii + 761pages, 31pp of colour plates of artillery unit insignia) (Condition: blue covers, gilt emblem & titles, near fine) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) With over 600 entries, this is the 50 year history of the SAS Regiment, its campaigns and battles detailed with coloured maps. From spectacular hostage rescue operations in the heart of London to covert counter-terrorist missions in Northern Ireland, the author looks at the weaponry, techniques and equipment. With biographies of leading personalities include Paddy Mayne, David Stirling and Sir Peter de la Billiere. (Published: 1992) (Publisher: Book Club Associates) (ISBN: 0283061154) (Pagination: 192pp, 80 colour photos, 60 b/w photos, 15 maps/diagrams) (Condition: vg in dw) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) The 14th was originally formed in 1918 and re-activated in 1943 as part of the U.S. 4th Marine Division. Equipped with pack howitzers, the unit specialized in close support to Marine infantry formations. Operations included the assaults on Saipan, Tinian, and Iwo Jima. (Published: 1990) (Publisher: Hist. & Museums Div. USMC) (Pagination: 90pp, photos, maps, tables.) (Condition: storage wear, vg) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) Ranging from 18th-century India to 21st-century Afghanistan, this new, highly illustrated history of the Brigade of Gurkhas is destined to become the definitive work on the subject. In this account, the whole panorama of the Brigade’s unique story is covered from the early 19th Century to the present day, including the tense moments when the continued existence of the Brigade hung by a thread. The book is lavishly illustrated with pictures, photographs and maps, many never before seen in print. With a foreword by the Colonel Commandant Brigade of Gurkhas, General Sir David Richards, KCB CBE DSO ADC. (Published: 2009) (Publisher: Third Millennium) (ISBN: 9781906507275) (Pagination: 320pp, numerous colour illustrations.) (Condition: New in d/w) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) Produced by the Army Benevolent Fund, this is a lavishly illustrated story of all the Corps and Regiments. There is a double page history of each regiment with photographs, plus cap badge illustrations on the boards and the endpapers. (Published: 1999) (ISBN: 0951822918) (Pagination: Large Format 124pp drawings, photographs illustrations.) (Condition: very good in d/w) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) Civil servants are not generally known for their soldierly qualities, yet in the Great War a volunteer regiment of 'civil servants and their friends' served with distinction in the front line, fighting in many of the major battles. This study, subtitled 'All Bloody Gentlemen', draws on previously unpublished material ­ personal memoirs, diaries and interviews ­ to tell their extraordinary story. It is supported by a wealth of marvellous photographs, together with appendices on Brigade Orders of Battle, Battle Honours and Awards, and Graves and Memorials. (Published: 2004) (Publisher: Pen & Sword) (ISBN: 9781844150571) (Pagination: 240pp, numerous b/w illustrations, maps, appendices, index) (Condition: New in d/w) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) Good for age and use. No d/w. An account of the accomplishments of those men selected from the Royal Navy, the British Army, and Royal Air Force, who work with U.S. Rangers and others of the United Nations in the Commandos. This is a contemporary publication written to bring their training and operations to the attention of the public but also with a view to security. At that time they had been active in Vaagso, Lofoten, Brunevasl, Dieppe, St Nazaire, and the Channel Islands (Published: 1943) (Publisher: MacMillan (US)) (Pagination: xv + 153pp, 39 illustrations, 9 maps) (Condition: ) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) A short history with key information including campaign maps and details of all their major campaigns from the War of the Spanish Succession through to the World wars and the period from 1945-1987. Includes regimental colours, distinctions and lineage plus Victoria cross Citations, regimental Anniversaries, Memorials and Battle Honours. (Publisher: Private Publication) (Pagination: 48pp, b/w illustrations, colour plates) (Condition: Good in card covers) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) Quite fragile with slight detaching of covers from text block. Mark on front cover plus some marks on the back covers. Among the articles are A,B,and C squadron notes, visit of the Colonel of the Regiment, Officers photograph (1961) the Ashton Memorial trophy, Sergeants mess, Sports, Obituaries etc. (Published: 1961) (Publisher: Private Regimental Pub.) (Pagination: 59pp plus adverts) (Condition: ) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) The unit served in the South African War. This volume includes their History, Training and equipment, Weaponry and uniforms plus extracts from volunteer regulations. It is illustrated with line drawings, contemporary photographs and colour plates. (Published: 1982) (Publisher: Fineprint) (Pagination: 53pp col.bw ills and drawings) (Condition: vg in card covers) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) The story of the Royal Marines and their campaigns from the siege of Gibraltar in the 18th Century, to Malaya and Korea, post WWII. An ex-library copy with all the usual stamps and markings. Reading copy only for reference. (Published: 1966) (Publisher: Evans Brothers) (Pagination: 192pp, 23 illustrations.) (Condition: ) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) No dustjacket. Previous owner name on endpaper. A comprehensive history of the Royal Observer Corps from its foundation in WWI. The book covers its development prior to WWII and the important role it played in the defence of the UK during that conflict. It was an vital component of the integrated defence of the United Kingdom during the Battle of Britain, the Blitz and the V1 'Doodlebug' campaign. (Published: 1948) (Publisher: William Hodge & Co. Ltd.) (Pagination: 290pp, illustrations, diagrams) (Condition: Good in red boards) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) Stellenbesetzung des deutschen Heeres 1939-1945. Die Dienststellen Kommandobehörden und Truppenteile des Heeres, 15.10.1935-8.5.1945, Band 2 Nr. 11-30. German text. (Published: 2000) (Publisher: Biblio Verlag GmbH. & Co.) (ISBN: 3764825480) (Pagination: 418pp) (Condition: vg in green boards, spine titles slightly rubbed) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) The story of the French Foreign Legion from its foundation in 1830 to the early 1970s. The author recounts the life of the ordinary Legionaire in this strange, independent army. (Published: 1973) (Publisher: Wayland Publishers) (ISBN: 0853401977) (Pagination: 96pp, 64 photos, maps, drawings, Table of Dates, index) (Condition: dw marked. Goood) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Regimental & Unit Histories - General) The inside story of the world-famous fighting force. The book examines its history, training, tradition and mystique and lists the Legion's commanding officers since 1831, its weapons, famous legionnaires, and the many nationalities who have served. With an introduction by Len Deighton, this is a compact, yet comprehensive history of the Legion by Erwan Bergot. More than 200 colour photographs illustrate the Legion in training, in ceremonial duties and in action. (Published: 1984) (Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd) (ISBN: 0517654474) (Pagination: 212pp, 205 col ills & 52 b/w photos, bibliography, large format) (Condition: Good with d/w. Previous owner sticker on inside page.) UL-XXXXXX