Author: Mike Hewitt
Publisher: SCHIFFER BOOKS, Mar 2004
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 0-7643-1680-X
Synopsis
New, detailed volume presents the subject with a superb collection of actual vintage items, & rarely seen World War II era photos. Covers: Imperial Japanese army uniform series, undergarments, footwear, headwear, & more. 520+ color & B&W photos; 8.5x11 inches, 288 pgs.
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Among the major powers of WWII, the uniforms & equipment of the Japanese army have received the least coverage. This new, detailed volume presents the subject with a superb collection of actual vintage items, and rarely seen World War II era photographs. Among the subjects covered are:
* The Imperial Japanese army uniform series
* Undergarments
* Footwear
* Headwear
* Peresonal field equipment
* Extreme climate uniforms
* Work & specialty uniforms
* Soldier's personal items
* Firearms
A short chapter examines reproductions.
