
Small Arms 1945-Present
The Essential Weapons Identification Guide
Martin J. Dougherty(Author)
Amber Books (Publisher)
Published on 15. March 2012
Book
Hardback
192 pages
978-1-908273-17-8 (ISBN)
Description
Illustrated with outstanding colour profile artworks, this detailed volume is the definitive study of the small arms equipment of warring nations from the end of World War II, through the Cold War to the current conflict in Afghanistan. Arranged chronologically and by theatre of war, the book describes in depth the various models in service with each force, noting the changing uses of small arms and the development of the role of high-powered sniper rifles, such as the M110.
All the key types of small arms are featured, such as handguns, submachine guns, machine guns, automatic rifles and grenade launchers, and all the major models are included, such as the M16 rifle, the AK-47, Uzi and the Gepard M1. The book covers the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Six Day War, Yom Kippur War, the Yugoslav War, Chechnya, Iraq and Afghanistan.
With information boxes accompanying the full colour artworks, Small Arms 1945-Present: The Essential Identification Guide is an excellent reference guide for modellers and any enthusiast with an interest in the military technology of the twentieth century.
All the key types of small arms are featured, such as handguns, submachine guns, machine guns, automatic rifles and grenade launchers, and all the major models are included, such as the M16 rifle, the AK-47, Uzi and the Gepard M1. The book covers the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Six Day War, Yom Kippur War, the Yugoslav War, Chechnya, Iraq and Afghanistan.
With information boxes accompanying the full colour artworks, Small Arms 1945-Present: The Essential Identification Guide is an excellent reference guide for modellers and any enthusiast with an interest in the military technology of the twentieth century.
Reviews / Votes
Small Arms 1945-present is a key reference guide for soldiers and weapon enthusiasts interested in modern weapins technology. * PMCI Magazine *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Amber Books Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Interest Age: From 18 to 99 years
Product notice
With printed dust jacket
Illustrations
240 artworks and photos; 240 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 195 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-908273-17-8 (9781908273178)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Martin J. Dougherty is the author of Ireland: The Emerald Isle, Greek Myths and Celts, among many other titles. A former defence consultant, he has written numerous books on history and military history, including Vikings: A History of the Norse People, The Wars of the Roses, King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, and Kings & Queens of the Medieval World.
Content
Introduction
Chapter 1
Korean War, 1950-53
Chapter 2
Wars in Asia, 1947-89
Chapter 3
Middle East and Africa, 1950-2000
Chapter 4
Latin America, 1950-present
Chapter 5
Modern Wars
Chapter 6
Peacekeeping, Counter-terrorism
& Law Enforcement
Appendix: Service Rifles Today
Index
Chapter 1
Korean War, 1950-53
Chapter 2
Wars in Asia, 1947-89
Chapter 3
Middle East and Africa, 1950-2000
Chapter 4
Latin America, 1950-present
Chapter 5
Modern Wars
Chapter 6
Peacekeeping, Counter-terrorism
& Law Enforcement
Appendix: Service Rifles Today
Index