Search Results: Authors starting with G from Viceroy Books

Novato, California, U.S.A.: Presidio Pr, 2000. New book, 267 pages. Contains 24 photographs and 8 maps. Details the joint American/Australian campaign to take the Japanese strongpoint of Buna on the northeast coast of New Guinea. . Hard Cover. As New/Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Novato, California, U.S.A.: Presidio Pr, 2000. New book, 267 pages. Contains 24 photographs and 8 maps. Details the joint American/Australian campaign to take the Japanese strongpoint of Buna on the northeast coast of New Guinea. . Hard Cover. As New/Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Novato, California, U.S.A.: Presidio Pr, 2000. New book, unread. 267 pages. Contains 24 photographs and 8 maps. Details the joint American/Australian campaign to take the Japanese strongpoint of Buna on the northeast coast of New Guinea. . Hard Cover. As New/Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Novato, California, U.S.A.: Presidio Pr, 2000. New book, 267 pages. Contains 24 photographs and 8 maps. Details the joint American/Australian campaign to take the Japanese strongpoint of Buna on the northeast coast of New Guinea. . Hard Cover. As New/Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Lanasta, 2014. New book, 52 pages. From 1949 to 2006 the English Electric Canberra has served in the frontline of the Royal Air Force around the world. The Canberra became the UK’s first jet bomber, although that was not its only role, undertaking other tasks such as, pilot/navigator training, photographic reconnaissance, target-tug and electronic countermeasures duties to name a few. From the day of its first public flight at the Farnborough Air Show back in 1949, this aircraft has held the attention of the aviation world, here was an aircraft that could out fly and fly higher than any fighter aircraft of its time. From that first flight the Canberra amazed other Air Forces around the world, one being the USA, who went on to produced over 400 aircraft under license as the Martin B-57, covering sixteen variants the last being the WB-57F which there are still three flying today in the 21st century. The Australians also went on to build over forty aircraft under license as the B.20, and there were… Read More

Lanasta, 2014. New book, 52 pages. From 1949 to 2006 the English Electric Canberra has served in the frontline of the Royal Air Force around the world. The Canberra became the UK’s first jet bomber, although that was not its only role, undertaking other tasks such as, pilot/navigator training, photographic reconnaissance, target-tug and electronic countermeasures duties to name a few. From the day of its first public flight at the Farnborough Air Show back in 1949, this aircraft has held the attention of the aviation world, here was an aircraft that could out fly and fly higher than any fighter aircraft of its time. From that first flight the Canberra amazed other Air Forces around the world, one being the USA, who went on to produced over 400 aircraft under license as the Martin B-57, covering sixteen variants the last being the WB-57F which there are still three flying today in the 21st century. The Australians also went on to build over forty aircraft under license as the B.20, and there were… Read More

London: Harper Collins, 2006. New book, 369 pages. In his first powerful novel of men at war, Iain Gale draws the scene, the devestation, the stench of war, with such vitality that, though the outcome is known, the tension of war comes vividly to life. Colonel De Lancey, Wellinton's new Quartermaster-General, recently married and yearning for his beautiful wife. Colonel MacDonnell, a Scot who must hold his post to the last man. General Ziethen of the Prussian Army, distrustful of the British but vital to their cause. Marshal Ney, mistrusted by Napoleon but revered by the French soldiers, and Napoleon, who must prove his worth as a great warrior for the glory of France.. Trade Paperback. As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Osprey Pub Co, 2020. New book, 48 pages, NVG282. Elite forces need elite vehicles. As Vladimir Putin has devoted effort and funds into modernising Russia's armed forces and turning them into an instrument geared not just for defending the Motherland but also projecting power beyond its borders, Russia has seen a growing emphasis on special and specialist forces. Traditionally, the elite Spetsnaz commandos had to make do with regular vehicles or civilian-based ‘technicals', not least to conceal their presence (or, indeed, very existence). Now, increasingly at the forefront of Russian power projection, the Spetsnaz are acquiring more capable, versatile vehicles, such as the paratroopers' BTR-D personnel carrier, and also experimenting with exotic, specialist new acquisitions, such as the Chaborz M-3 buggy and Yamaha Grizzly all-terrain vehicle. The other elite branches of Russia's forces, such as the Arctic-warfare troops of the 200th Independent Motor Rifle Brigade, the… Read More

Osprey Pub Co, 2020. New book, 48 pages, NVG282. Elite forces need elite vehicles. As Vladimir Putin has devoted effort and funds into modernising Russia's armed forces and turning them into an instrument geared not just for defending the Motherland but also projecting power beyond its borders, Russia has seen a growing emphasis on special and specialist forces. Traditionally, the elite Spetsnaz commandos had to make do with regular vehicles or civilian-based ‘technicals', not least to conceal their presence (or, indeed, very existence). Now, increasingly at the forefront of Russian power projection, the Spetsnaz are acquiring more capable, versatile vehicles, such as the paratroopers' BTR-D personnel carrier, and also experimenting with exotic, specialist new acquisitions, such as the Chaborz M-3 buggy and Yamaha Grizzly all-terrain vehicle. The other elite branches of Russia's forces, such as the Arctic-warfare troops of the 200th Independent Motor Rifle Brigade, the… Read More

Osprey Pub Co, 2013. New book, 64 pages, ELI197. Whilst under Putin's regime the size of Russia's regular forces has shrunk recently and will continue to do so, its security and paramilitary elements have become increasingly powerful. In fact, recently they have proliferated - as have their special uniforms and kit - and have become disproportionately important, spearheading all recent operations. They seem set to remain Russia's most active armed agencies for the immediate future. In parallel, within the murky world where government and private interests intersect, a number of paramilitary 'private armies' operate almost as vigilantes, with government toleration or approval. This book offers a succinct overview of the official, semi-official and unofficial agencies that pursue Russian government and quasi-government objectives by armed means, from the 200,000-strong Interior Troops, through Police and other independent departmental forces, down to private security firms (in Moscow… Read More

Osprey Pub Co, 2020. New book, 48 pages, NVG282. Elite forces need elite vehicles. As Vladimir Putin has devoted effort and funds into modernising Russia's armed forces and turning them into an instrument geared not just for defending the Motherland but also projecting power beyond its borders, Russia has seen a growing emphasis on special and specialist forces. Traditionally, the elite Spetsnaz commandos had to make do with regular vehicles or civilian-based ‘technicals', not least to conceal their presence (or, indeed, very existence). Now, increasingly at the forefront of Russian power projection, the Spetsnaz are acquiring more capable, versatile vehicles, such as the paratroopers' BTR-D personnel carrier, and also experimenting with exotic, specialist new acquisitions, such as the Chaborz M-3 buggy and Yamaha Grizzly all-terrain vehicle. The other elite branches of Russia's forces, such as the Arctic-warfare troops of the 200th Independent Motor Rifle Brigade, the… Read More

University Park, Illinois, U.S.A.: Osprey Pub Co, 2001. New book, 95 pages, ESS004. Great battles and famous commanders dominated the military history of the Civil War in the Eastern Theater during the period 1863 - 1865. This book takes up the story from the death of 'Stonewall Jackson' and provides revealing details of the clash at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. the costliest battle ever waged in the Western Hemisphere. Finally it examines the events that led to Robert E. Lee accepting generous terms of surrender from Ulysses S Grant, bringing the war in Virginia to a close. . Soft Cover. As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Trackpad Publishing, 2018. New book, 168 pages, 330 photos, full colour throughout. This is the first volume of two giving a comprehensive look at the unique Israeli Sherman-based Artillery vehicles. The story begins with the improvisations forced upon Haganah and the fledgling IDF in the late 1940s onward. The two volumes discuss the contribution of primarily, self-propelled artillery in the development of TZAHAL (Tsva Ha'Haganah le'Yisra'el, Hebrew for Israel Defense Force or IDF), as it was paired with another significant part of IDF history, the Sherman tank. This subject is best understood by also discussing what came immediately before the Sherman-based artillery weapons in IDF service. Actually, the use of weapons more powerful than rifles and machine guns in the region pre-dates the establishment of TZAHAL which did not occur until May 26, 1948, nearly two weeks after independence. Vehicles in this first volume are: M7 Priest and TOMAT M50 155mm.. Soft Cover. As New. 4to - over… Read More

Trackpad Publishing, 2021. New book, 185 pages. The history of every country in today’s World is a complex story. Since it has been said that 'a picture is worth a thousand words', that story is often best told in photographs accompanied by accurate, descriptive captions. It is also a good idea to break that story down into segments. In the case of the modern nation of Israel, the war fought to reinforce its Declaration of Independence is a prime example. This is especially so due to an ongoing conflict that preceded it, the various stages of the war itself, and the degree to which the Palestinian Jews/Israelis had to creatively arm themselves to successfully fight their opposition. This book tells that story in great detail. The human element is here, but the emphasis is on the weapons, improvised armored vehicles, tanks. Coverage includes the British Mandate, the Jewish Notrut program, PALMACH and the actual War of Independence from start to finish, 1947 to 1949.. Soft Cover. As New.… Read More

Trackpad Publishing, 2021. New book, 198 pages. This book concludes the story of the early tank types to enter Israeli service. Volume 1 of this series described the earliest tanks used by Israel as it fought for its independence. At that time, it was clear that a certain amount of desperation was involved. Following the military victory in the successful War of Independence, the IDF was still in considerable need of weapons, especially tanks and other armored vehicles. Given the various embargoes and so on, the idea was to take an expedient approach and improve the quality of the tanks in hand while continuing to look for new sources of newer, more modern types. Of course, that would still include the venerable old Sherman, taking advantage of the quantity available around the world and its adaptability for improvements. Volume 2 in this series covered two significant upgrades to the overall firepower available with the Sherman, specifically what became known as the M-1 and the M-50, as well as the… Read More

Trackpad Publishing, 2021. New book, 185 pages. The history of every country in today’s World is a complex story. Since it has been said that 'a picture is worth a thousand words', that story is often best told in photographs accompanied by accurate, descriptive captions. It is also a good idea to break that story down into segments. In the case of the modern nation of Israel, the war fought to reinforce its Declaration of Independence is a prime example. This is especially so due to an ongoing conflict that preceded it, the various stages of the war itself, and the degree to which the Palestinian Jews/Israelis had to creatively arm themselves to successfully fight their opposition. This book tells that story in great detail. The human element is here, but the emphasis is on the weapons, improvised armored vehicles, tanks. Coverage includes the British Mandate, the Jewish Notrut program, PALMACH and the actual War of Independence from start to finish, 1947 to 1949.. Soft Cover. As New.… Read More

Trackpad Publishing, 2020. New book, 208 pages, 408 photos. Towed guns, howitzers and a variety of mortars were used during the early years of Heil Ha'Totchanim (Artillery Corps). These weapons included homemade mortars such as a small number of the locally-designed and built Davidka (Little David), pre-WW1 Napoleonchik Howitzers, and ex British QF (Quick firing) 25-pounder guns/howitzers. Small quantities of other vintage or near vintage pieces dating back to both world wars, were also purchased or otherwise acquired from various sources and used as well. In the beginning, by necessity, some of these weapons were combined with various vehicles also obtained from multiple sources. Having already seen the improvisations made using the Sherman tank chassis in Volume 1 and 2, plus different weapon systems mounted on American-built half-tracks in Volume 3, this fourth volume looks at IDF self-propelled artillery up-to-date.. Soft Cover. As New. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Trackpad Publishing, 2021. New book, 185 pages. The history of every country in today’s World is a complex story. Since it has been said that 'a picture is worth a thousand words', that story is often best told in photographs accompanied by accurate, descriptive captions. It is also a good idea to break that story down into segments. In the case of the modern nation of Israel, the war fought to reinforce its Declaration of Independence is a prime example. This is especially so due to an ongoing conflict that preceded it, the various stages of the war itself, and the degree to which the Palestinian Jews/Israelis had to creatively arm themselves to successfully fight their opposition. This book tells that story in great detail. The human element is here, but the emphasis is on the weapons, improvised armored vehicles, tanks. Coverage includes the British Mandate, the Jewish Notrut program, PALMACH and the actual War of Independence from start to finish, 1947 to 1949.. Soft Cover. As New.… Read More

Trackpad Publishing, 2018. New book, 85 pages. This album tells the story of early armored cars from the very start of the State of Israel. Carefully researched and detailed captions put photographs in their historical context. Jewish engineers did not have true armor plate so they improvised with wood sandwiched between metal sheets. Makeshift fighting vehicles evolved into true armored cars. Technicians used a variety of military vehicles. Since the Arab forces were equipped mainly with armored cars and obsolete pre-war tanks, these home-grown vehicles were very useful. Captured materiel played a major part in the War of Independence. These included Daimler armored cars, ex-Egyptian Humbers, a few Otters and Marmon-Herringtons acquired from British stocks or captured from the Arabs. Dingo, Lynx and Humber Scout Cars, Humber and Morris Light Reconnaissance Cars and converted Canadian C15As were also obtained. Eventually, the French AML-90 was acquired in 1963.. Soft Cover. As New. 4to - over… Read More

Trackpad Publishing, 2021. New book, 198 pages. This book concludes the story of the early tank types to enter Israeli service. Volume 1 of this series described the earliest tanks used by Israel as it fought for its independence. At that time, it was clear that a certain amount of desperation was involved. Following the military victory in the successful War of Independence, the IDF was still in considerable need of weapons, especially tanks and other armored vehicles. Given the various embargoes and so on, the idea was to take an expedient approach and improve the quality of the tanks in hand while continuing to look for new sources of newer, more modern types. Of course, that would still include the venerable old Sherman, taking advantage of the quantity available around the world and its adaptability for improvements. Volume 2 in this series covered two significant upgrades to the overall firepower available with the Sherman, specifically what became known as the M-1 and the M-50, as well as the… Read More