The World War II GI
US Army Uniforms 1941-45 in Colour Photographs
| Format: Paperback, 144 Pages Item: 146686 ISBN: 9781847970336 SpecsIllustrations: 280 color ill Size: 8.25 x 10 x .5 Weight: 1.375 lb. Published: November 15th 2008 DC: AE List Price: $29.95 $22.46All discounts based on list price. No trade discounts available from sale price. In Stock |
The widespread interest in the American soldier's dress and equipment in World War II has never before been served by a major book recreating the GI's appearance by color photography. A striking study that takes techniques to a new level; live models, wearing an enormous range of authentic surviving uniforms. This book will be hailed as a "bible" by militaria collectors, modelers, illustrators, film wardrobe departments and anyone with an interest in World War II soldiers. Superbly illustrated with 280 color photographs. Richard Windrow is a life-long military modeling hobbyist and Tim Hawkins is an experienced military photographer. New in paperback for 2008. |
Richard Windrow served with 1st Battalion, Queen's Royal Regiment and Royal Canadian Dragoons 1957-59. His interest in US uniforms grew from his long-time hobby of military modeling. He is a resident of Kent, England.
Tim Hawkins attended Britannia Royal Naval College, Dartmouth and the US Naval Academy, Annapolis. In 1979 he embarked on a new career in photography, his mentor being Tim Page, the legendary Vietnam War photographer. He is a resident of London.
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