
The Bofors Gun
Terry Gander(Author)
Pen & Sword Military (Publisher)
Published on 30. May 2014
Book
Hardback
256 pages
978-1-78346-202-5 (ISBN)
Description
The 40mm Bofors Gun, first produced in the 1930s, has become one of the most famous artillery pieces of all time. It shows no sign of fading from the defense scene even though, in the second decade of the twenty-first century, it performs in many roles that were not contemplated by its original designers. It has also proved to be so versatile that it is now allied to electronic and other technological marvels that were mere pipe dreams only a few years ago. Terry Gander's comprehensive account of the history of this remarkable weapon over the course of almost eighty years is fascinating reading and an invaluable work of reference for military historians and artillery specialists alike. It is the definitive work in the field.
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Language
English
Place of publication
South Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
200 black & white & color photos
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-78346-202-5 (9781783462025)
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Person
Terry Gander is a leading authority on the history of the artillery and armored fighting vehicles of World War II and has written many books about these subjects. His most recent publication is The German 88: The Most Famous Gun of the Second World War.