BK-20 World War II Troop Type Parachutes AXIS
By Guy Richards. World War II Troop Type Parachutes is uniquely
suited for anyone interested in the history of Airborne Troops, and is profusely
illustrated with unpublished period and contemporary photographs. Collectors,
modelers and history researchers will be able to identify all of the Troop
parachutes used by the Axis powers in World War II. Technical data, drawings and
packing instructions are also included for those who own, or find a vintage
parachute. The narrative describes the developmental history of the equipment
and employment technique. Incidentals such as aircraft types, tactical uses,
uniforms and even insignia are mentioned if they alter or refute what has
previously been accepted as fact. This initial volume is devoted to the three
Axis nations that formed paratroop units: Germany, Italy and Japan. The chapters
are arranged in the approximate chronological order of development. The book is
8.5” by 11” and has approximately 220 photographs and illustrations, some in
color. One of the only detailed reference works on Axis parachutes. 144
pages.
$28.00 (N, HC)
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