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Reprints and Monographs
Old Classics Revived for You!
There are many wonderful, old resources for military minaiture enthusiasts, toy soldier collectors and miniature wargamers. Many have been overlooked or fallen by the wayside. I have been finding many of these old gems in the most unexpectetd places. Among them are excellent articles wirtten specifically for the hobby. These had been sharedwith hobbyists many years ago, and deserve to be shared with new geenerations of our fellow hobbyists. I have also found great primary resources on military histroy. Among these are genuine bulletins, manuals and other materials from the World Wars. I am busily reprinting these old materials. They are excellent sources of information for your hobby. Along with being great history, they are also excellent guides for miniature makers, diorama builders and wargame developers.
Keep in mind that this is a small shop. I cannot do too much at once, and certainly won't be able to maintain a massive catalogue of books. However, as a hobbyist for over 40 years, I can find you the materials that offer you the best information. The goal is to build a manageable selection of texts that provide the best value for the hobbyist, be he a military histroy buff, miniature wargamer, military miniature collector or toy soldier fan.
The Military Miniature Enthusiast Monographs
Coming Soon!
These will be brief texts on various aspects of the hobby, from actual techniques to matters of history, uniform details, etc. We envision a battery of texts priced below $10 that include specific information which you will enjoy. Check back soon: we expect to have the first of them by October
Military Materials from Primary Sources
In Stock Now!
Some friends had asked me to make printed copies of old bulletins and manuals. They were so pleased with the printed copies that I decided to offer them here. These are brief booklets that cover specific topics from World War II. Most were written during or just prior to the War. They offer interesting insight into the combatants and the methods of combat at that time. Be advised that most of these little publications are quite succint, and can be read in one or two sittings by the average reader. I will be looking for other small manuals and bulletins to add to this selection. Please note that the cost here is for the printing, binding, shipping and my time.
Frankly, I am enthusiastic about these superb little texts.
Come back often, as more titles will be added regularly to both listings!
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| German Armored Forces | Reprint of a 1941 manual on German armored warfare, drawn from both French after-action reports and translations of German documents. this little book can give you an excellent overview of the workings of the Panzer divisions and their role in the overall strategy | .
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| German Motorized Infantry Regiment (Panzergrenadiers) | Reprint of the 1942 special bulletin prepared for US officers, this is a translation of the German field manual for mechanized infantry. The focus is on motorized infantry units working as part of the panzer division. The manual covers everything from recon to various attacks. | 9.00
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| German Methods of Warfare in the Libyan Desert | Reprint of a 1942 manual on methods and tactics employed by the German army, based on experiences in Libya. Includes reports by American and British observers, as well as translated materials from captured German documents. There is a lot of information on German employment of Teller mines. A great look at the Afrika Korp! | 8.00
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| Removal of Wounded from Tanks | Reprint of a 1942 bulletin issued to US troops, this one is a copy of British materials on removing casualties from tanks. Includes line drawings of removing a casualty from the driver's compartment a Valentine tank,. as well as other illustrations. Especially useful for diorama makers who specialize in scenarios with World War Two armor. | 6.00
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| The Armored Force: Employment of Armored Units: The Armored Division | Reprint of a manual issued to U.S. forces in World War II. An overview of the deployment and organization of the United States Armored Division in World War II. Covers everything from Reconnaissance to Radio Nets. | 7.00
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| The Anti-Tank Company of the Infantry Regiment, U.S. Army | Reprint of the May, 1941 manual covering the deployment, organization, equipment and other methods of the antitank company attached to infantry regiments. This little book covers an oft-overlooked part of the Army's fighting team. This manual details the method which we used when entering the War. | 7.00
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| The British Capture of Bardia: A Successful Infantry-Tank Attack. | Reprint of the July, 1942 bulletin detailing the battle that took place between December of 1941 and January of 1942. It briefly explains the battle, the battle plan, and what actually occurred. Includes appendices covering the orders issued prior to the attack. | 8.00
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| Japanese Warfare (1942) | Reprint of a small booklet issued in April of 1942 by the Military Intelligence Service. It includes various details of Japanese operations in China and Malaya. Written before we had much contact with the Japanese Army. | 7.00
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| Morale Building in Foreign Armies | Reprint of a 1943 intelligence publication that explains the methods used to maintain the social and psychological health of soldiers from five different armies. A look at the social life of World War II era soldiers from Britain, Italy, Japan, Germany and the Soviet Union. Everything from pay and disciplinary measures to recreation and family life. | 9.00
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| Afrika Korps in Action: Development of German Defensive Tactics in Cyrenacia (North Africa) 1941 | A "must" for fans of the Desert war in North Africa! A first-and look at the Afrika Korps while ti was still a dangerous opponent! This book covers the switch from offensive juggernaut to tenacious defender. | 9.00
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| German Tactical Doctrine 1933 - 1945: Lessons on troop leadership | These are the actual instructions given to officers at the German War Academy before and during World War II. It covers every imaginable situation with which combat leaders must contend. A truly excellent look into the actual combat workings of German forces from 1933 to 1945. Priceless information for military historians and wargamers! | 10.00
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