German Infantryman (2) Eastern Front 1941–43

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Description

In this second volume examining the German infantryman before and during World War 2, post-1941 training, weapons, equipment, combat experiences and medical care are examined. The 'faceless' German soldier who struggled through bitter fighting up to and including Stalingrad retains his identity both as a human being and as a vital part of the Wehrmacht's order of battle. Containing a full array of previously unpublished photographs taken by German soldiers during the invasion of Russia this book shows in superb detail daily life and duties, the soldiers themselves, and combat action.

Table of Contents

Introduction · Chronology · Enlistment · Training · Appearance and equipment · Everyday life · Experience of battle · Colour plate commentary · Museums · Collecting · Re-enactment · Index

Product details

Published Jul 23 2003
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 64
ISBN 9781841766119
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 52 b/w; 8 col
Dimensions 248 x 184 mm
Series Warrior
Short code WAR 76
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

About the contributors

Author

David Westwood

David Westwood, Ph.D., is a freelance military his…

Illustrator

Elizabeth Sharp

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