Author: Ltc. (ret.) Timothy J. Curley & Neil G. Stewart
Publisher: Bender Publishing, Sep 2006
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 1-932970-00-2
Synopsis
In-depth study of "the world's most beautiful uniform." 87 examples of this important uniform are portryed in beautiful, full-color. Included are rare uniforms such as the chaplains, Nebelwerfer smoke troops & the "Gross-deutschland" Regiment. 1,140 color & B&W photos/illus; 592 pgs.
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The world's most beautiful uniform? is one contemporary description given to the Waffenrock. It was the most formal of the German Army uniforms, reserved for parades and ceremonial occasions. 87 examples of this important uniform are portrayed in beautiful, full-color professional photography?illustrating every branch-of-service Waffenfarbe for enlisted men, NCOs and officers. Included are rare uniforms such as worn by chaplains, Nebelwerfer smoke troops and the ?Grossdeutschland? Regiment. Details of their insignia, interior markings and tailoring are covered for each uniform. Additionally, there are 300 crisp period photos showing the proper and improper wear of the Waffenrock. This massive ?gem? of a publication comes in a beautiful, heavy-duty slipcase.