Reference Books

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101		Militaria: The Military Collectors Magazine Includes: Volume I Number 1 through 5 Volume II Numbers 1 through 6 Volume III Number 1	$90
102		Les Coiffures Militaires Du Troisieme Reich One of the first in-depth headgear reference books to thoroughly explore German headgear.	$65
103		Dress and Field Service Hats of the Third Reich Another early reference book on German headgear.	$80
104		History of the Artillery, Cavalry and Infantry Branch of Service Insignia Laframboise book documents the insignia used by the artillery, cavalry and infantry branches of the U.S. Army.	$110
105		History of the Combat Support Branches Laframboise book documents the insignia used by the combat support branches of the U.S. Army.	SOLD
106		History of the Administrative and Technical Services Laframboise book documents the insignia used by the combat support branches of the U.S. Army.	$75
107		Collecting The Edged Weapons of The Third Reich, Volume VI Excellent dagger reference by Thomas Johnson	SOLD
108		Collecting The Edged Weapons of The Third Reich, Volume VIII Excellent dagger reference by Thomas Johnson	SOLD
109		Collecting The Edged Weapons of The Third Reich, Volume II Excellent dagger reference by Thomas Johnson	SOLD
110		Collecting The Edged Weapons of The Third Reich, Volume I Must have dagger reference for collectors by Thomas Johnson	$40
1111		Organizationsbuch der NSDAP Rare complete organization manual of the NSDAP from he 1930s. Text in German	SOLD
112		“Hermann Goring” from Regiment to Fallschirmpanzerkorps Great book on the HG regiment by Roger Bender and George Peterson.	$35
113		Deutschlands Armee in feldgrauer Kriegs- und Friedens-Uniform Good early WWI book on the change of uniforms to field gray.	$35
114		Gear Up!: Flight Clothing & Equipment of USAAF Airmen in WWII An in-depth examination of personal flight clothing and equipment used by United States Army Air Force flyers in World War II.	$35
115		Silver Wings, Pinks & Greens: Uniforms, Wings & Insignia of USAAF Airmen in WWII Uniforms and insignia of the USAAF during the World War II years covers a broad range of clothing, collar insignia, rank insignia, shoulder/sleeve insignia, squadron patches as well as an in-depth examination of wing qualification badges.	$40
116		United States Navy Wings of Gold from 1917 to the Present Covers the development of Navy wings, including variations in designation, design and makers from World War I to the present including a listing of 17,000 naval aviators by name and number up to 1942.	$40
117		C.E. Junker Military Effects Catalog Circa 1932 Covers Imperial German, Weimar Republic, early 3rd Reich and foreign contract insignias, buckles, helmets, gorgets.	SOLD
118		SS Porcelain Allach A detailed and illustrated history of the Allach Porcelain factory's work for the SS during World War II	$80
119		Die Polizeiuniformen in Preußen 1866 - 1945. Monarchie. Weimarer Republik. Drittes Reich Excellent book documenting the development of the Polizei uniforms from 1866 through WWII.	$65
120		Leaders & Personalities of the 3rd Reich: Their Biographies, Portraits, and Autographs Brief biographies, documents, signatures and photograph of the leaders of the Third Reich.	$50
121		British and Commonwealth Military Knives A guide to knives used by British and Commonwealth military personnel over the past 150 years. Pieces from the Victorian era, WWI, WWII, and those used by today's forces in Australia, India, Canada, and New Zealand are covered.	$150
122		Deutsche Militarhelme 1895 – 1975 German text book covering the history of the German helmet.	$30
123		Uniformen der Nationalen Volksarmee der DDR 1956-1986 Great reference on the history of post-war German uniforms.	SOLD
124		German Army Uniforms and Insignia 1933 – 1945 Good, basic reference on most German Army uniforms and insignia with plenty of period photos and colored illustrations.	$28
125		Third Reich Edged Weapons Accouterments Nice, early Tom Johnson book on accounterments for the wear of edged weapons.	$25
126		Wearing The Edged Weapons Of The Third Reich Volume III Another early Tom Johnson book, this one on the wear of edged weapons.	$30
127		Wearing The Edged Weapons Of The Third Reich: A Pictorial Study The first book in the series on the wearing of edged weapons, a rare original.	$50
128		German Uniforms, Insignia & Equipment, 1918-1923: Freikorps, Reichswehr, Vehicles, Weapons A thorough study of the development of German uniforms in between the two wars.	$45
129		The Armed Forces of World War II; Uniforms, Insignia and Organization This is one of my favorite WWII books as it thoroughly describes the various uniforms worn by all of the armies & nations that fought in WWII. Great reference!!	$40
130		Military Pilot and Aircrew Badges of the World (1870-Present): Vol. 1, Europe (Albania-Hungary) history and evolution of international air forces and their badges from 1870-1982. This volume covers, with descriptive text and photos, the European countries of Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, East Germany, Great Britain, France and Hungary.	$30
131		Army Uniforms of World War 2 Basic overview by Andrew Mollo of the army uniforms of the various nations who fought in WWII.	$28
132		German Helmets 1933-1945: A Collector's Guide A pictorial identification, reference and valuation guide to German helmets from WWII	$25
133		German Weapons Uniforms Insignia 1841 – 1918 A review of the history of German army uniforms and equipment from 1841 through the first World War	$15
134		Otto Skorzeny; My Commando Operations The memoirs of the legendary Otto Skorzeny from his raid to free Benito Mussolini from the Gran Sasso, Italy in 1943 to the end of the war.	$25
135		Military Headdress A pictorial history of military headgear from the 1600’s up until the start of WWI	$25
136		Hitler Close-Up: Hitler in Words and Pictures by Heinrich Hoffmann, the Dictator's Personal Photographer, and Henry Picker, His "Diarist" A compilation of black and white photographs by Heinrich Hoffmann combined with recollections from both Hoffman and from Dr. Henry Picker, a lawyer and a member of Hitler's inner circle from about 1942 on.	$25
137		German Bayonets: The Models 98/02 and 98/05 Good, solid reference on the German bayonet, by Anthony Carter.	SOLD
138		Die Waffen-SS One of the very early, illustrated references on the Waffen SS, from back in the days when there was very little reference for collectors.	$25
139		Kriegsmarine Another early reference, this one in Russian. Has some great illustrations and information.	$25
140		Deutsche Uniform un Rangabzeichen 1933 - 1945 A good, basic reference covering many of the armed and civil services of Germany during the war.	$25
141		A Pictorial History of the SS 1923 – 1945 by Andrew Mollo Over 300 period photos of the SS from it’s early days until the close of the war.	$25
142		German Ersatz Bayonets: Concise Illustrated History of the Emergency All-metal Designs, 1914-18 Another rare bayonet book by Anthony Carter.	$75
143		Bayonets of the Remington Cartridge Period A very hard to find book on bayonets from the early Remington era.	$65
144		Knives of the United States Military in Vietnam A good study of Vietnam era fighting knives by Michael Silvey.	$185
145		Levine’s Guide to Knives & Their Values, 5^th Edition Good, basic guide on collectible knives.	$30
146		American Premium Guide to Knives & Razors, 6^th Edition An identification guide for collectible knives and razors by Jim Sargent.	$25
147		The Complete Encylopedia of Knives By A.E. Hartnik	$15
148		Rebel & Yankees: Commanders of the Civil War One of a three volume series detailing the history of those who led troops in the Civil War	$20
149		Rebel & Yankees: Fightine Men of the Civil War One of a three volume series detailing the history of those who fought in the Civil War	$20
150		German Army and Navy Uniforms & Insignia 1871 – 1918 Reference on the early German uniforms and insignia.	$15
151		Die Mutzenbander der Deutschen Reichsmarine und der Marine des III. Reiches 1920 - 1945 Study of German Navy cap bands	SOLD
152		Collectors Guide No. 3 Tinnies of the Third Reich A collectors guide to tinnies, produced by the former Manion’s International Auction House.	SOLD
153		Collectors Guide No. 4 Tinnies of the Third Reich A collectors guide to tinnies, produced by the former Manion’s International Auction House.	SOLD
154		Nazi Decorations and Medals 1933 1945 One of the first books on WWII German medals, from the early days of collecting.	$20
155		Collectors Guide to Third Reich Militaria General overview of Third Reich collectibles by Robin Lumsden.	$15
156		British and American Infantry Weapons of World War 2 A basic study of weaponry used by the Brits and Americans in WWII.	$15
157		Soviet Army Insignia 1917 - 1985 Basic reference of Soviet ranks insignia from WWI to modern times.	$15
158		Soviet Army Uniforms & Insignia 1945 - 1975 A study of Soviet uniforms and insignia during a 30 year period after WWII.	$15
159		SS Headgear; A Collectors GUide Kit Wilson book covering the basics of SS headgear collecting.	$15
160		World War II German Military Collectibles: Identifications and Values A 1980 published reference book on German collectibles	$15
161		Fakes & Frauds of the Third Reich Classic, older reference book on detecting fakes in the field of WWII German collecting.	$20
162		The Sword and Bayonet Makers of Imperial Germany 1871 – 1918 Good study of the early bayonet makers in Germany.	SOLD
163		Mostrine Fregi Distintivi Del Regio Esercito Italiano Nella Seconda Guerra Mondiale	$30
164		World War I Trench Warfare (2) Osprey Series book on trench warfare with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
165		Wehrmacht Auxiliary Forces Osprey Men-at-Arms Series book with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
166		German Stormtrooper 1914- 1918 Osprey Warrior Series book with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
167		Inside the Soviet Army Today Osprey Series book on the post WWII Soviet Army with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
168		The Soviet Army Osprey Series book on the Soviet Army with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
169		Warsaw Pact Ground Forces Osprey Series book on the Warsaw forces with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
170		German Stormtrooper 1914- 1918 Osprey Warrior Series book with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
171		The Spanish Civil War 1936 - 39 Osprey Series book on the Spanish Civil War with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
172		The German Army 1914 - 1918 Osprey Series book on the German Army in WWI with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
173		Luftwaffe Air Crews Battle of Britain 1940 Brian Davis book detailing the uniforms of Luftwaffe air crews during the Battle of Britain	$15
174		The Red Army of the Great Patriotic War 1941- 5 Osprey Series book on the Red Army in WWI with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
175		Soviet Bloc Elite Forces Osprey Series book with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
176		German Military Police Units 1939 - 45 Osprey Series book on the German Military Police in WWII with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
177		Warman’s Civil War Weapons Reference on civil war era weapons	SOLD
178		Uniforms of the Republic of Texas Schiffer book on uniforms with illustrations and detailed descriptions	$15
179		Official Portraits of Adolf Hitler and the Leaders of the Third Reich Heinrich Hoffman pictures of Hitler	$20
180		Musterbuch der Waffenfabrik Carl Eickhorn Solingen Carl Eickhorn’s WWII era edged weapons order book	$30
181		Images of the Waffen SS Mark Yerger book with many detailed period photos chronicling the Waffen SS.	$28
182		Fallschirmjager 1936 - 1945 An early reference book on the German Paratroops	$15
183		Luftwaffe: Uniforms, Insignia, Daggers & Medals of the German Air Force 1935 - 1945 An early reference book on the Luftwaffe	SOLD
184		Kriegsmarine: Uniforms, Insignia, Daggers & Medals of the German Navy 1935 - 1945 An early reference book on the Kreigsmarine	SOLD
185		The War: An Intimate History 1941 - 1945 Personal accounts of WWII by the men who fought	$20
		Exotische New, from Wilson History and Research Center: Volume 1 of a planned series on rare and exotic headgear of the 20th century. This initial volume will focus on soft caps of the German Third Reich. Hundreds of pieces of extraordinarily unique and never before seen headgear have been masterfully photographed and presented in this 200 plus page hardbound work. The authors have graciously been granted access to some of the most prestigious collections throughout the world and have presented these extremely rare and unique treasures in a high manner and quality. Beginner and advanced collectors alike will have a rare opportunity to see digitally photographed details of caps that have never before been publically presented. Many of these caps have only been seen, if at all, in grainy period black and white photographs. This work promises to be not only a wonderful opportunity to see the greatest collection of Third Reich headgear ever assembled in one volume, but also to share in a tremendous learning forum. Exotische will present an astounding array of headgear ranging from caps worn by Third Reich leaders (Hitler, Göring, and Dietrich) to the most unusual and obscure paramilitary and civil organizations for visual inspection and study.	SOLD
#1101		The Iron Time Rare out of print book by Stephen Previtera. An outstanding effort in reference solely dedicated to the study of the Iron Cross and its related family of awards (Knights Cross, Oakleaves, Swords, Diamonds, German Cross, Spange’s, etc.). Many detailed photographs showing manufacturing characteristics of attributed awards. Excellent book and collectible in its own right.	SOLD
#1102		The History of the Prussian Pour le Merite Order Vol.III Must have reference for the Pour le Merite (Blue Max) appreciator or collector. This volume details all the recipients of the award during World War One. Each recipient is listed with a story describing the actions which led to the award of the PLM. There is also background information on the award plus a section showing pictures of actual awards by maker.	SOLD
#1103		German Soldiers of World War Two Detailed and comprehensive study of German uniforms and equipment divided by war years. Each page shows a model in authentic uniform with detailed descriptions and close up pictures of various field gear and accessories. Examines Heer, Waffen SS, Kriegsmarine and Luftwaffe. Primarily combat oriented militaria with few pictures of officers. Great resource for the combat collectors.	$55