"AERO" Aviation Books. These English text, softbound books were published in the mid-1960s and provide excellent photographs, black & white and color illustrations, of selected aircraft as they appear during WWII and after the war. Exc+/Exc++ (19825) $12@ or $20./Set Books available are:

• A. "Messerschmidt 109". 30 pages, published 1965.
• B. "Messerschmidt 262". 50 pages, published 1967. Covers the first operational jet fighter.

"Afrikakorps". By LTC A.J. Barker. 192 pages, German text with black & white and color photographs, hardbound with dust jacket, published 1978. This book features a rare collection of photographs of memorabilia to include dozens of maps, charts, and technical illustrations, to provide a unique look at the German forces at war in Africa. Near MINT (19819) $65.

"Air Organizations of the Third Reich".
By Roger Bender. Hardbound, English text, 191 pages, printed in 1967, 1st edition. Features many fine photographs and excellent text on Luftwaffe badges, decorations, uniforms, as well as information on the Luftschutz and RLB. Shows helmets and insignia.

• Exc++ (13941) (19847) (24085) $95.@
• Exc. (14557) $75.

"Alpen Corps in Polen".
Hardbound; out-of-print; 8" x 10 1/2"; German text; printed in 1940. Red fabric cover with silver letters. Approximately 86 pages of black and white photos. Slight wear to book spine. Exc+ (16477) $70.

"Amtliches Unterrichtsbuch Uber Erste Hilfe".
Hardbound, German text, 263 pages w/black & white illustrations, published in 1939. This official instruction book of First Aid covers the skeletal and organ system of the human body, basic First aid, to include bandages, splints, and treatment methods. Book is signed by the original owner, "Irmagard Hoffmann". Light wear/age to cover and pages. Exc+ (20806) $25.

"A Paris". Out-of-print; French text; 8 1/2" x 10 1/2" format; hardbound; 150 pages; published 1944. This book covers in text and photographs the German occupation of Paris, June 1940 through the Allied liberation, August 1944. Cover and spine show wear and some damage and tears. VG (15391) $70.

"A Pictorial History of the SS 1923-1945". By Andrew Mollo. 192 pages, English text with 362 black & white photographs, hardbound with dust jacket, published 1976. Detailed photographs with well researched captions provide interesting, historical insight into the SS from the early days of the NSDAP through the war years and final defeat. Near MINT (19822) $85.

"A Reference on Daggers and Dress Bayonets".
By R & L Enterprises. Out-of-print, 1st edition, English text, printed in 1959. Softcover, 60 pages. Cover features a red background with black swastika. Many fine photos of bayonets and daggers of the Third Reich. One of the earliest reference books.

• Exc++/Near MINT (19212) $70.@
  

"Aztex Corporation's WW2 Photo Album Series". These softbound books, 95 pages each, feature a selection of captioned German wartime photographs from the Bundesarchiv in Koblenz, Germany. Each book includes excellent photographs of German equipment and uniforms, as well as various operational conditions. These superb references, for the military historian or modeler, were published in 1980-81, and are used, but in excellent condition. Exc++ (19812) $20.@

Titles available:

• B. Fighters Defending the Reich.
• C. German Fighters over the Med.
• D. German Fighters over Russia.

"Badges & Insignia of World War II-Air Force-Naval-Marine". By Guido Rosignoli. Hardbound with dust jacket, 363 pages, English text with black & white and color illustrations, published in 1980. Describes and illustrates badges and insignia of 19 countries, to include Great Britain, USSR, France, USA and Germany, as well as China, Bulgaria, Poland, Rumania, etc. Excellent resource book, particularly for insignia from the lesser-known WWII participants. Light wear to dust jacket. Exc++ (21761) $30.

"Basic Nazi Swords & Daggers". By Peter Stahl. Softbound, 30 pages, English text w/illustrations, 1972. Early reference booklet covers standard Third Reich daggers, swords and bayonets with illustration on back cover of bayonet blade etch patterns.

• MINT (No wear, damage or missing pages) (24125A) $30.@
• Exc+/Exc++ (Light age to cover/spine, but no tears) (24125B) $20.@
  

"Blanke Waffen und Ehrendolche Des III Reiches".
Softbound, German text, measures 8" x 11-3/4". One of the first German books printed on daggers and is long out-of-print. Large pictures of many of the edged weapons of the Third Reich.

• NEAR MINT (22567 - 2 available) $95.@
  

"Bluebook of Identification of Reproduction Nazi Edged Weapons".
By R. MacFarlane. This book, printed in 1969, features a soft blue cover. 31 pages. One of the earlier books on reproduction daggers. It has some very useful information which is not available in any other publication. Valuable supplement to the other books which have been printed on reproductions.

• Exc++ (12421) (12785) (13224) (13249) (13300) (13576) (14644 - 2 avail.) (14687) (15662) (16620) (18221) (18482) (18517) (19209) (22192) $65.@
  

Company Officer's Handbook on the German Army. By Military Intelligence Division, United States War Department. Softbound, English text, 131 pages with black & white photographs, illustrations and diagrams, published in 1944. Handbook covers German Offensive and Defensive principles of battle, employment of and specifications of weapons, obstacles and vehicles, as well as organization of combat teams. Handbook also includes tables of organization for various units of the German Army to include Infantry, Artillery, Panzer, Anti-Tank, Panzer Grenadier and Reconnaissance. Wear and age, but no missing pages. Valuable reference tool. Exc. (21035) $35.

"Daggers, Bayonets, and Fighting Knives of Hitler's Germany". By John R. Angolia. Hardbound, English text, 336 pages, 1st edition, 1971, outstanding photos. One of the finest Third Reich edged weapon references ever produced. Long out-of-print.

• Near MINT (Hand signed by author) (24063) $185.
• Exc++ (Minor age, but no damage) (24084) $165.
  

"The Daggers and Edged Weapons of Hitler's Germany" (1st Edition, 1st Printing). By James P. Atwood. Hardbound, dust jacket, 240 pages, English text, 1st Edition, 1st printing (1965). Used book is hand dedicated, signed and dated, September 1965 by Major Thomas B. Rachels. Major Rachels is credited by Major Atwood as, "co-author" and is responsible for the beautiful artwork in the Atwood reference. One of the finest early references on the subject of Third Reich edged weapons. Minor age to covers, but no tears or missing pages. EX++ (24152) $115.

"Daggers and Edged Weapons of Hitler's Germany".
By James P. Atwood. Hardbound, dust jacket, English text, 240 pages. One of the finest early references on the subject of Third Reich edged weapons. MINT, Unissued (6687) $95.@

"Daggers of the Third German Reich 1933-1945".
By Andrew Mollo. English text, softbound, 52 pages, printed in 1967. This is one of the rarest of the early Third Reich dagger references. Includes some of the finest photos taken of edged weapons & a section on portepees and hangers.

• Near MINT (15591) (18215) $195.@
• Exc++ (Light wear to spine) (21154) (22060) $185.@
• Exc+ (Minor wear, but no tears to cover) (24087) (24705 - 2 available) $180.@
• Exc. (Wear/age with a few tears to cover) (20758) (22345) $175.@
  

"Daggers of the Third Reich - A Collectors Handbook, Vol. I". By John R. Ormsby, Jr. Softbound, 92 pages, English text w/photographs, 1st Edition, 1971. Early reference book covers all standard Third Reich daggers with sections on RZM codes, SA, SS and NSKK group numbers and manufacturer trademarks. Early, interesting reference. EX++ (24123) $65.

"Daggers of World War II Germany, A Special Collector's Edition".
By LTC (Ret.) Thomas M. Johnson. This magazine was printed in 1980. English text, 66 pages. Has a collector's worksheet in the back. Shows many of the daggers and quality military edged weapons of the Third Reich.

• Near MINT (18982 – 3 available) $25.@

"Das Heer 1933-1945", Volumes II and III.
Volume II was printed in 1956 and Volume III was printed in 1969. These RARE references cover unit organization of the German Army. Features fold-out charts in the back. Much on the placements and locations of different Army units. Long out-of-print and impossible to locate in the U.S. Exc++ (13645(B)) $295.

"Das Deutsche Heer 1939-1945" (Volumes I - III). Hardbound 3-volume set with approximately 650 looseleaf pages per volume, German text, compiled by Wolfkeilig, published 1956 by Hans-Henning Podzun, Bad Neuheim. This long out-of-print set covers organizations, equipment, tables of organization, units with names of commanders, and Volume III contains the important listing of all German Army General Officers in WWII to include birth and death dates, assignments, and awards. Superb set of reference books that also includes information on the ground divisions of the Luftwaffe as well as the 38 divisions of the Waffen-SS. Minor wear to hardbound covers. Rare set! Exc++ (23024) $695.

"Der Dienst Unterricht im Heere für Kanonier". Softbound, German text, 285 pages with over 500 color and black & white illustrations and photographs, published in 1937. This duty training manual covers all phases of military training from personal hygiene, barracks organization, uniforms, close order drill, weapons, field training, as well as specific training related to artillery. Cover shows light age/wear with some staining to the interior, but no missing pages. Excellent original resource book for uniforms & equipment. Exc+/Exc++ (21772) $125.

"Der Winter 1914-15 An der Grenze". Softbound, 88 pages, German text with black & white photographs, published in 1915. Book covers the Swiss Army in operation during the winter of 1914-15. Many interesting photos of units, to include aerial and motorcycle reconnaissance, artillery, infantry, cavalry and ski troops, as well as winter operations in the Alps. Light wear/age to covers, but no missing pages. Interesting reference showing how well prepared and equipped the Swiss Army was for war. Exc++ (21091) $55.

"Deutschlands Admirale 1849-1945".
This hardbound book was printed in 1988 and provides detailed service records and photos of the Admirals from 1849 - 1945. This book was assembled by Hildebrandt and Henriot. German text, 481 pages, beautifully bound. Long out-of-print.

• Volume I (A-G) MINT (12100) $145.
  
• Volume II (H-O) MINT (12101) $145.

"Deutschlands Kriegsflotte". Hardbound, album style, 45 pages (16 pages German text with 29 pages of black & white photographs) published approximately 1900 by Verlag von Gebr. Ladewigs, Wilhelmshaven. Album features red leatherette covers with above title in Gilt letters above a color illustration of the ship "Kurfurst Friedrich Wilhelm" Flagship of Squadron I. The album contains 36 photographs of various types of ships of the Imperial German Fleet to include the Imperial yacht "Hohenzollern" arriving at Wilhelmshaven. Title page has a two line handwritten inscription dated "1903." Light wear to covers with no missing or damaged pages or photographs. Rare book and an excellent reference on the Imperial Navy. Exc++ (23162) $85.

“Die Kunst Im Deutschen Reich”
These softbound magazines were published by the NSDAP beginning in 1937 to publicize art in the Third Reich. Each issue covered several aspects of art, to include paintings, sculpture, architecture, and pay particular attention to the manner in which the NSDAP supported “German art”. The magazines feature German text w/photographs. (18772)
The following issues are available:

• B. October 1939 – Features include: the Justice building in Munich; paintings and sketches; new buildings in Berlin by architect Peter Behrens. Exc+ $35.
  
• E. August/September 1940 – Features include: painting of Hitler as Commander and Chief of Armed Forces and other military art; art and sculpture and full-page Mercedes-Benz advertisement. Exc+ $35.
  
• F. August/September 1941 – Features include: military art; bronzes and sculptures. Exc+ $35.
  
• H. June 1942 – Features include: sculptures by Paul Branisch; leather bookbinding by Otto Dorfner and Otto Pfaff; mosaics; and new buildings planned for Norway, as well as the war memorial on the Somme. Exc. $35.
  
• I. November 1943 – Features include: plaster work and sculpture by Arno Breker; paints from the 1943 Munich exhibit. Exc+ $35.
  

“Die Kunst in Deutschen Reich”.
October 1941. Features include a graphic art sculpture by Fritz Klimsch and landscapes by Ludwig von Hoffmanns. Exc+ (19307) $35.

"Die Ritterkreuz-Träger der Kriegsmarine". By Clems Range. Hardbound with dust jacket, 213 pages, German text with black & white photographs, published in 1974. This book provides a short biographical sketch of Navy personnel who were awarded the Knight's Cross. Most sketches also include black & white photographs. Interesting reference book for the WWII memorabilia collector which has been out-of-print for many years. Exc++ (22165) $75.

"Die Schweizerische Grenzbesetzund-1914". Softbound, 101 pages, German text with black & white photographs, published by the Swiss Army in 1914. Book covers the mobilization and security of the Swiss borders at the beginning of WWI. Many interesting photographs of the Swiss Army, to include Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry units, as well as the Swiss Army leadership. Interesting reference book for uniforms & equipment. Light wear/age to covers with no missing pages. Exc+ (21090) $55.

"Die Wehrmacht-Das Buch des Krieges 1940/41". 320 pages, German text with photographs, hardbound with dust jacket, published in 1941 by the Oberkommando der Wehrmacht. Covers the main military operations of the German Armed Forces from September 1940 - September 1941, to include the Luftwaffe bombing of England, U-boat operations, the war in Africa, the German airborne assault on Crete, and the initial attacks into Russia. Book shows wear/age, with some loose, but no missing pages. VG+/Exc. (19810) $25.

"Die Schweizerische Grenzbesetzund 1914/15". Softbound, 84 pages, German text with black & white photographs published by the Swiss Army in 1915. Book covers the initial mobilization and security of the Swiss borders in the early stages of World War I. Many interesting photographs of the Swiss Army, to include Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, Medical, Signal, and Aviation units, as well as the Swiss Army leadership. Interesting reference book for uniforms and equipment. Light wear/age to cover with no missing pages. Exc+ (22158) $55.

“Dress and Field Service Hats of the Third Reich”.
By Tom Shutt. Hardbound, 219 pages, printed in 1981. English text, dust jacket. One of the foremost books on the visor and dress hats of the Third Reich. Outstanding photographs.

• Exc++ (Light wear to dust jacket) (16141) (17572) (18218) $185.@

“Edged Weapons of the Third Reich, 1933-1945”.
By Frederick J. Stephens. Long out-of-print reference is 128 pages, English text, printed in 1972. Early dagger reference featuring excellent photos and reference material. Softbound

• Exc++ (12792, 13255, 13419, 14024, 19213, 21153, 23512) $135.@
  
• Exc. (11748, 13848, 20295, 24062) $90.@
  
• VG+ (Softbound, overall wear) (15823) (16072) (16978) (18812) $75.@

“Edged Weaponry of the Third Reich”.
By John R. Angolia. Hardbound, English text, 255 pages, printed in 1974. 1st edition, features outstanding photos and quality text on Third Reich edged weapons.

• Exc++ (12744 – 4 avail.) (12951) (13849) (13901 – 2 avail.) (12526) (16071) (20277) $125.@
  
• Exc+ (15630) (15631) (16725) (11119) $115.@
  

"For Führer and Fatherland: Military Awards of the Third Reich". By John R. Angolia. Hardbound; English text; 447 pages; 1st edition, 1976. One of the premier books on Third Reich military medals with b/w photographs. Long out of print. EX++ (24055) $135.

"Forman's Guide to Third Reich German Documents…And Their Values" 2-Volume Set. By Adrian Forman. Hardbound, English text, 336 pages per volume with photographs, published (Volume 1 - 1995) (Volume 2 - 1996). Books illustrate the award documents and provide values of both Third Reich military and Civil awards. Valuable reference and price guide. Used books show only light age/wear. Exc++ (20067) $120.

“Formations und Uniformierungsgeschichte des Preussischen Heeres 1808 bis 1914”. By Paul Pietsch. 2 volumes, hardbound set, German text, 669 pages. Out-of-print series covers the uniforms of the Imperial Prussian Army 1808 – 1914. Complete with many sketches and color plates. The most valuable research references available to the Imperial collector.

• MINT (15703) $575.
• Exc+/Exc++ (Wear/age to dust jacket, minor wear) (20091) $475.

"German Army Handbook 1939-1945". By W.J.K. Davies. Softbound, 176 pages, English text with black & whilte photographs/illustrations, graphs, charts, and color plates, copyright 1973, 2nd edition. This book provides a concise reference manual of the organization and administration of the German Army, the major fighting units' basic tactics equipment, the men and their accouterments, and tactical signs & symbols. Excellent research/reference source. Exc++ (21605) $45.

“German Army Uniforms & Insignia, 1933-1945”.
By Brian Davis. Hardbound, English text, printed in 1971. Shows insignia, gorgets, portepees and armbands utilized during the Third Reich period. Features many fine photographs and excellent text.

• Near MINT (with dust jacket and protective sleeve) (24067) $85.
• Exc+ (without dust jacket) (13957) $75.
  

"German Belt Buckles 1847-1945". By Thomas Reid. Hardbound 157 pages with 25 pages of appendices. English text, black & white illustrations, copyright 1998. Book covers the history of the German belt buckles, to include producers and manufacturers, with detailed chapters on the Imperial period (1846-1918), Weimar republic (1919-1932), and the Third Reich (1933-1945). Also included are illustrations of trademarks and RZM codes, as well as manufacturer logos. Excellent research source! Exc++/Near MINT (21606) $50.

"German Clamshells & Other Bayonets". By Gary W. Walker and Ronald J. Weinand. Hardbound, 158 pages, English text with black & white and color photographs. Copyright 1985. Book covers and illustrates Military K-98 service bayonets and KS/98 dress bayonets with various etch patterns, as well as bayonets for the Police, Fire Officials, and other party affiliated services. Excellent research book which is presently out of print.

• Exc++/Near MINT (Minor age to cover w/handwritten notations made by the original owner(21744) $60.
  

"Grossdeutschland 1938".
Softbound with mailing envelope, 14-page portfolio of matted 5 ¾" x 7 7/8" black & white photographs with the German text of the Führer's speech on New Year's Eve in 1938, published by "Der Stürmmer". This rare portfolio/album includes a profile photograph of Hitler, six photographs of the 1938 Reich Party Day activities, two photos of Hitler & Mussolini in Munich, a photo of Hitler in Italy, four photographs of Hitler in Austria and the Sudetenland, as well as a photograph of Julius Streicher, publisher of "Der Stürmmer". Front cover of portfolio is complete with a Hitler postage stamp and 1st day cover stamp from the 1938 Party Day. Portfolio is complete with original mailing envelope. Portfolio shows light age/wear with no damage to photographs while mailing envelope shows tears with tape repairs. Rare commemorative item. Exc+ (20826) $185.

"A Guide to Nazi Dress Daggers". "F.J.S." (Frederick J. Stephens). Softbound, English text, 55 pages, printed in 1965. This early reference contains many photographs and line drawings of daggers, swords and bayonets utilized during the Third Reich, and also features a section on engraved bayonets. Book shows age and wear to softbound covers, but no missing pages or tears. Exc. (21033) $50.

“Heereseinteilung 1939”.
Hardbound, 210 pages. German text. Rare, out-of-print book printed in 1954 covers the organization, garrisons, duty stations and commanders in the German Army on 3 January 1939 and on 1 September 1939 as WWII began. Valuable research resource. Exc. (Light wear and age) (16618) $150.

Heinrich Hoffmann Photographic Books.
Heinrich Hoffmann was the official photographer of Hitler and the NSDAP and for many years had an “exclusive” of photographing Hitler. Each of these books is softbound with dust jacket (unless otherwise noted) and contains approximately 50 pages and 100 black & white photographs.

• "Hitler Abseits vom Alltag" (1937). Rare hardbound edition. Hitler visiting with various German workers, NSDAP groups and dignitaries. Minor wear to hardbound cover. Exc+ (22715A) $110.
  
• "Hitler Baut Grossdeutschland". 1938. Covers Hitler's triumphs from Konigsberg to Vienna. Light wear to dust jacket. Exc++ (22202C) $110.
  
• "Hitler Befreit Sudetenland" (1938). Covers the Munich conference and subsequent annexation of the Sudetenland in October 1938. Light wear, minor tears to dust jacket. Exc+/Exc++ (21635E) $110.
• "Hitler, wie ihn Keiner Kennt". Coverage of Hitler from his birth to daily life as Führer. Exc+/Exc++ (22202B) (22716D) $85.@
  
• "Hitler in Seiner Heimat (1938)". Covers the German entry into Austria in 1938; light age, minor tears to dust jacket. Exc+/Exc++ (21635A) (22716A) $110.@
• "Hitler, wie ihn Keiner Kennt". Coverage of Hitler from his birth to daily life as Fuhrer.
  • Exc+ (22266B) $110.
  • Exc. (w/o dust jacket, some loose pages, 2 missing pages replaced w/photocopies (20620) $60.
  • VG+/Exc. (Age/wear and tears to dust jacket) $50.
• "Mit Hitler in Polen" (1939). Rare hardbound edition. Covers the German assault in Poland in September/October 1939. Light wear/age to hardbound cover. Exc+ (22266C) (22716B)$110.@
• "Mit Hitler im Westen (1940). Covers the German assault into Belgium/Holland/France in May/June 1940.
  • Exc++ (Minor wear to dust jacket) (22716C) $110.
  • Exc+/Exc++ (Light age/tears to dust jacket) (21345H) $85.
  • Exc+ (Wear with a few tears to edges of dust jacket) (20939) $70.
  • Exc++ (Minor age w/no tears or damage; without dust jacket) (21239) $65.

Heinrich Hoffmann "Winter/Kriegshilfswerk" Booklets. Heinrich Hoffmann was the official photographer of Hitler and the NSDAP and for many years had an "exclusive" of photographing Hitler. Each of these booklets measuring 1 3/8" X 2" is softbound and contains approximately 35 pages with German text and black & white photographs. The booklets, given to personnel who donated to the annual Winter Relief campaign, show light wear and most are complete with original button hole cords. Titles available are:

• Der Führer in den Bergen. Hitler visiting with various NSDAP Officials, children and local residents at the Berghof. Exc+ (24398A) $10.
• Der Führer und der Arbeiter. Hitler visiting with various German workers, NSDAP groups and dignitaries. Exc+ (24398B) $10.
• Der Führer und Musolini. Coverage of Mussolini's state visit to Germany in September 1937 and Hitler's return visit to Italy in May 1938. Exc+ (24398C) $10.
• Der Führer und die Wehrmacht. Hitler with various military leaders at parades and maneuvers 1935-1937. Exc+ (24298D) 10.
• Des Führers Kampf in Belgien. War coverage of the battles in Belgium and Flanders May/June 1940. Exc+ (24398E) $10.
• Des Führers Kampf in Norwegen. War coverage of the German assault and occupation of Norway April/June 1940. Exc+ (24398F) $10.
• Des Führers Kampf in Osten 4. War coverage of the German assault and occupation of Poland September 1939. Exc+ (24398G) $10.
• Der Führer Macht Geschichte - 1933. Hitler visiting with von Hindenburg, Göring and other dignitaries as well as scenes at the Nürnberg Rally. Exc+ (24398H) $10.
• Der Führer Macht Geschichte - 1943. Hitler visiting with dignitaries as well as scenes at the Nürnberg Rally. Exc+ (24398I) $10.
  Group price for all nine booklets: $80.

"Heraldry of War: Medals, Badges, and Uniforms". Edited by Bernard Fitzsimons. 64 pages, English text with many color photographs/illustrations, softbound, published 1966. Provides a well illustrated cross-section of uniforms, medals, and insignia of the nations of the world during both WWI and WWII. Wear to cover. Exc. (19828) $35.

"Here is Your Army". By Ernie Pyle. Hardbound with dust jacket, English text, 304 pages, published in 1943. World famous reporter Ernie Pyle covers the war in Tunisia through the actions of our heroic soldiers involved in the North African Campaign. Included with the book is a copy of the Infantry Replacement Training Center publication, "I am a Doughboy" belonging to WWII veteran William B. Dawson. Light wear to both books. Exc+ (22280) $35.

"The History of World War II". Edited by Brigadier Peter Young. These softbound volumes are part of a 30-volume series published in England in the 1970s. The volumes are printed in English with color and black & white photographs. Exc. (19830) Volumes available are:

• Volume 1. 96 pages with color and black & white photos. Chapters include: Hitler: The Making of a Dictator, Blitzkrieg on Poland, The Fate of Norway. One copy available. $15.
  

SOLD "Hitler's Guard-The Story of the Leibstandarte SS Adolf Hitler, 1933-1945". By James J. Weingartner. Hardbound with dust jacket, 194 pages, English text, without photographs, published in 1974. Covers the early organization and development of the Leibstandarte as a staff guard for Hitler through its expansion into an armored division and Panzer Army under the command of Sepp Dietrich. Well-written account. Light age/minor tears to dust jacket. Exc++ (21534) $40.

"Hitler's Personal Pilot - The Life and Times of Hans Baur". By C.G. Sweeting. Hardbound, dust jacket, 334 pages, English text with black & white photos, published in 2000. Comprehensive account of Hans Baur's life from his birth in Ampfing, approximately 65km ENE of Munich on 19 June 1897, through Air Service in WWI, Lufthansa pilot and personal pilot to Hitler from 1932 until the end of WWII. Provides a personal view into the inner workings of the Third Reich & WWII. Near MINT (24626) $35.

"In The Service Of The Reich - Diplomatic & Government Official's/German Red Cross". By John R. Angolia. Hardbound, English text, 368 pages, 1st edition, 1995. Superb reference book covers the uniforms, organization and edged weapons of the Diplomatic and Government Official's and the German Red Cross to include rank structure and female auxiliaries. Out-of-print book includes many black/ white and some color photographs. Near MINT (24157) $75.

“Italian Fascist Daggers”.
By Frederick J. Stephens. Softbound, English text, 24 pages, published 1972. This long out-of-print book covers the dress daggers used by the Fascist Party from 1925 through World War II, including the MVSN Daggers as well as the 1943 GNR Dagger. Book includes both black/white and color photographs. Valuable resource book long out-of print. Only reference available which exclusively covers the WWII Italian Fascist daggers. Near MINT (23117) $95.@

"Katalog der Auszeichnungen Drittes Reich". By K.D. Patzwall. Softbound, German text. Basic handbook of WWII German awards w/values for 1988. Near MINT (21527 - 1 available) $15.

"Katalog der Blankwaffen des Deutschen Reiches 1933-1945". By Andre Husken. Softbound, 312 pages, German text with photographs. Printed in 1995. This reference includes pictures and values in German DMs of Third Reich German edged weapons from 1933 - 1945. Valuable reference for any German edged weapon collector. (14911 - 7 available) $52.50@

“Kriegsauszeichnungen Ehrenzeichen im Freiheitskampf für Grossdeutschland”. Softbound, German text, 24 pages, color illustrations, 1941, published by the “Spandauer Zeitung” (the local newspaper for Spandau and Havelland). This rare, softbound booklet, measuring 6” x 6”, illustrates the military medals, decorations, war badges, and operational clasps of the Heer, Luftwaffe, and Kriegsmarine. Each page features a detailed color illustration measuring 4” x 4” with caption. Light wear/age to dark green cover, with color illustration of 1939 Iron Cross 1st Class on cover. Rare Third Reich era booklet, first time seen by JRB&M. Exc++ (19304) $235.

“La Bataille de France”.
70 pages, French text with photographs, softbound, 1944. This French language edition magazine, compiled by the U.S. Army Office of Information, covers the Battle of France from the Allied invasion at Normandy on 6 June 1944 through the fall of Calais in October 1944. Includes detailed photographs of the Normandy landings, air operations, airborne landings, and the liberation of Paris. Light wear/age. Interesting documentary. Exc. (18781) $45.

"Leaders and Personalities of the Third Reich" (2-Volume Set). By Charles Hamilton. Hardbound with dust jackets; English text; 480 pages (Volume 1); 1st edition, 1984; 480 pages (Volume 2); 1st edition, 1996. Books feature biographies, portraits and autographs of many political, military and industrial leaders of the Third Reich, as well as film stars and authors. Out-of-print set by the world's foremost authority on autographs. Superb reference set. EX++ (24056) $150./Set

"Les Armes Blanches du III Reich".
By Dominique Venner and Christian H. Tavard, Hardbound with dust jacket, 298 pages French text, with black & white photographs, copyright 1977. The book is comprised of 16 Chapters with an annex on portepees, covering the standard military and political daggers of the Third Reich with many photographs of the daggers, portepees and hangers, as well and "in wear" photographs. One of the few dagger reference books in the French language. Minor wear/tears to dust jacket, but no damage or missing pages. EX++/Near MINT. (23529A) (23529B) $65.@

"Les Dagues du III Reich".
By Mermet & Marfault. Hardbound, 212 pages, French text, some color photos. This is one of the few references written in French on Third Reich edged weapons. Quality photographs with some unusual pieces pictured. 1st edition.

• MINT (13938) $65.
• Near MINT (24064) $60.

“L-Occupation”.
74 pages, French text with color and black & white photographs, softbound, 1945. Photographic account of the Occupation of the French Zone of Germany (Southwest area of Koblenz-Austria). Includes section on de-nazification and the beginning of the rebuilding programs. Many detailed photographs. Light age/wear to full color cover. Exc. (18779) $35.

“Luftmacht Deutschland”.
By Heinz Bongartz. 262 pages; German text; 180 photographs; hardbound; printed 1939 with Forward by Hermann Göring. Book covers the organization and aircraft of the Luftwaffe, the German aircraft industry with chapters on the various manufacturers to include Junckers, Heinkel, Dornier, Messerschmitt and Focke-Wulf, as well as famous personalities of the industry. Final section covers German civilian aviation to include the NSFK, aerial sport and the German airline Lufthansa. Included is a section of aircraft advertisements to include a full page color illustration featuring two diving JU-87 Stukas. Light wear to cover with no missing pages. An interesting look at the German Air Force and aircraft industry, and a perfect reference for the Luftwaffe collector. Rare book! Exc+ (19377) $150.

"Luftwaffe Air Crews-Battle of Britain 1940". By Brian L. Davis. Softbound, English text, 32 pages with black & white photographs & color illustrations, published in 1974. Book covers the uniforms, flight clothing, flight equipment and insignia worn by the Luftwaffe air crews during the 6-week battle of Britain during the summer of 1940. Light wear to cover. Exc++ (20748) $15.

"The Luftwaffe". By Roger Bender. Hardbound, English text, 320 pages, copyright, 1972. This difficult-to-locate volume contains b/w photographs and color illustrations of Luftwaffe uniforms, insignia, badges/decorations flags/standards and aircraft markings. Minor age, but no damage. Long out-of-print. EX++ (24086) $95.

"Manner und Waffen des Deutsches Heeres". Hardbound with dust jacket, 45 pages of German text with 40 pages of pen & ink sketches, published in Berlin in 1941. Large format book measuring 10" x 12 ¾" features the sketches of artist Josef Arens with an accompanying word by Field Marshall List and introduction by Otto Brües. Superbly detailed sketches cover personnel, to include field equipment, weapons, horses with personnel and equipment, tanks, artillery, and communications equipment. Note: A sketch by Josef Arens is shown on page 45 of the book, The German War Artists by John Weber. Great reference book for uniforms and equipment. Book shows light wear with some tears to the dust jacket. Rare! Exc+/Exc++ (21349) $150.

"Me Fecit Solingen ('Solingen Made Me')". By Skipper Greenwade. Hardbound w/dust jacket, 270 pages, English text with photographs, 1st Edition, 1987. Superb reference book provides a brief history of Solingen and the German edged weapons industry/manufactures to include sales catalogs and advertising and promotional literature. Included are chapters on 'Bayonets', 'Swords', 'Daggers' and 'Scabbards' as well as 'Miniatures'. One minor 'ding' to upper corner of front cover. Near MINT (24139) $45.

"Mein Kampf" (Presentation Köln Edition) w/Cardboard Sleeve. This well conditioned 1937 edition example features a dark blue leather bound hubbed spine stamped in gold, "Adolf Hitler Mein Kampf" above an acorn & oak leaf motif also stamped in gold. Separate insert inside front cover contains a printed inscription indicating the book was presented to a newlywed couple, and dated "25. Augst. 1937" above the hand signed signature of the Oberbürgermeister of Köln (Cologne). Book shows only faint age/wear to the hubbed spine with no age spots or damage to the marbleized front and back covers or to the gilting on the upper edges of the pages. Front cover is stamped in gold with the crest of the city of Köln. Book is complete with deluxe black, heavy cardboard protective sleeve with rounded front corners to match the curvature of the book spine. Sleeve shows minor wear to edges with some light fading to the spine. Superb presentation example recently obtained in Germany. EX++/Near MINT (23776) $275.

"Mein Kampf" (Presentation Innsbruck Edition) w/Cardboard Sleeve. This well conditioned 1939 edition example features a dark blue leather bound hubbed spine stamped in gold, "Adolf Hitler Mein Kampf" above an acorn & oak leaf motif also stamped in gold. Separate insert inside front cover contains a printed inscription indicating the book was presented to a newlywed couple, and dated "14 Mai.1940" above the hand signed signature of the Oberbürgermeister of Gauhauptstadt Innsbruck (Austria). Book shows no wear or damage to the hubbed spine with only a few faint age spots on the marbleized front and back covers with gilting on the upper edges of the pages. Front cover is stamped in gold and red/orange with the crest of the city of Innsbruck w/some wear & missing color on upper left of crest. Book is complete with deluxe dark blue heavy cardboard protective sleeve with rounded front corners to match the curvature of the book spine. Sleeve shows minor wear with repair to the upper edge adjacent to the rounded corners. Superb presentation example recently obtained in Germany. Exc++/Near MINT (23371) $275.

"Mein Kampf" (Presentation Kaiserslautern War Edition). This superb 1940 edition example features a dark blue leather bound hubbed spine stamped in gold, "Adolf Hitler Mein Kampf" above an acorn & oak leaf motif also stamped in gold. Lower portion of the spine is additionally stamped in non-gilted letters, "Kriegs-Ausgabe" (War-Edition). Separate insert inside front cover contains a printed inscription indicating the book was presented to the newlywed couple, "Gehard Schnabel und Ingeborg Schröpfer", dated "23. Januar 1941." above the hand signed signature of the Oberbürgermeister of Stadt Kaiserslautern. Book shows no wear or damage to the hubbed spine or to the marbleized front and back covers with blued upper edges to the pages. Front cover is stamped in gold and with the crest of the city of Kaiserslautern with no damage to the gilting. Superb presentation example recently obtained in Germany. MINT (24166) $275. SOLD

"Mein Kampf" w/Cardboard Sleeve. This 1943 edition sample features black leatherbound hub-spined gold, "Adolf Hitler Mein Kampf" above an acorn and oak leave motif also stamped in gold. Inside front cover features handwritten name of the original owner, "Ingrid Kipfegschmid". Book shows minor wear to the hubbed spine, as well as one small water stain to the marbleized front cover. Book is complete with heavy light brown cardboard protective sleeve which is stamped on the obverse, "Hitler Mein Kampf Sonderausgabe Bürgermeister Str.". Nice example with handwritten name of original owner. Exc++ (21634) $195.

"Mein Kampf" (Presentation War Edition). This 1941 edition example features a dark blue leather bound hubbed spine stamped in gold, "Adolf Hitler Mein Kampf" above an acorn & oak leaf motif also stamped in gold. Lower portion of the spine is additionally stamped in non-gilted letters, "Kriegs-Ausgabe" (War-Edition). Separate insert inside front cover contains a printed inscription indicating the book was presented to the newlywed couple, "Gilliose - Nagel", dated "31. Dezember 1942" above the hand signed signature of the Standesbeamter in Kixingen. Book shows wear and scuffing to the hubbed spine age and some nicks to edges of covers, but no torn or missing pages. Presentation example showing age and wear and priced accordingly. Exc. (24167) $150.

"The Military History of WWII". By COL (Ret.) Trevor N. Dupuy. These English text, hardbound books were published in the early 1960s and provide excellent narratives and black & white photographs of WWII operations and equipment. Books show light wear/age to covers. Books available are:

• A. "European Land Battles-1939 - 1943". 91 pages (20759A) $20.
• B. "The Air War in the West; Sept. 1935 - May 1941". 76 pages (20759B) $20.
  

"Narvik im Bild (Deutschlands Kampf Unter Der Mitternachtssonnf)". By Gerd Böttger. Hardbound, German text, 152 pages with 127 color/black & white photos & illustrations, published 1941. Provides detailed account of the April 1940 German assault on Narvik, Norway with many photographs of air, naval and ground operations to include parachute and ski assaults. Also included are many detailed photos of Generalleutnant Eduard Dietl, Commanding General of Mountain Corps "Norway" who was the first recipient of the Oak Leaves to the Knights Cross on 19 July 1940 for continued operations in Norway. Minor wear/age to white covers, no missing pages. RARE publication. Exc+ (24467) $175.

"Nazi Regalia". By E. W. W. Fowler. Hardbound, large 9 ¼" x 12 ¼" format, English text, 160 pages with over 250 color and black & white illustrations with dust jacket. Published in 1992. This book shows a wide array of Third Reich medals and decorations, flags, and uniforms using period photographs and some specially commissioned photography. Exc++/Near MINT (22272) $75.

"Orders, Decorations, Medals and Badges of the Third Reich" (2-Volume Set). By David Littlejohn and Col. C.M. Dotkins. Hardbound; English text; 231 pages (Volume 1); copyright 1968; 192 pages (Volume 2); 1st edition, 1973. Volume 1 covers standard Third Reich medals and decorations to include the medals of the free city of Danzig, while Volume 2 covers the awards of the "Volksgruppen" outside the Reich, the pro-German parties of the occupied western Europe, and the puppet states of Croatia and Slovenia, Valuable reference set. EX++ (24057) $295./Set

"Orders, Decorations, Medals and Badges of the Third Reich". By David Littlejohn and Col. C.M. Dotkins, out of print, hardbound, 231 pages, English text, 1st edition, printed in 1968. Covers standard Third Reich medals and decorations to include the medals of the free city of Danzig. Minor age to hardbound cover with no missing pages. Exc++/Near MINT (22757) (24490) $150.@

"Panzerkampfwagen I & II". By Eric Grove. 48 pages, English text with black & white photographs and line drawings, softbound, published 1979. Covers the development and employment of the German light tanks that formed the larger part of Germany's Armed Force in the Polish and French Campaigns of 1939 & 1940. Complete with data tables. Exc++ (19831) $15.

"A Pictorial History of the SS 1923-1945". By Andrew Mollo. 192 pages, English text with 362 black & white photographs, hardbound with dust jacket, published 1976. Detailed photographs with well researched captions provide interesting, historical insight into the SS from the early days of the NSDAP through the war years and final defeat.

• Near MINT (19822) $85.
• Exc++ (Without dust jacket) (21536) $75.

"Pickelhauben" (Spiked Helmets). By Eric Johansson. Hardbound with dust jacket, English text with color and black/white photographs, published 1982. This long out-of-print reference covers leather, metal and fabric spiked helmets, shakos and some visor caps of the various German states. Included is information on various accouterments to including plumes, cap lines and cockades. Book shows minor wear to the dust jacket with no damage or missing pages. EX++/Near MINT (23513) $125.

"A Reference on Daggers and Dress Bayonets". By R & L Enterprises. Out-of-print, 1st edition, English text, printed in 1959. Softcover, 60 pages. Cover features a red background with black swastika. Many fine photos of bayonets and daggers of the Third Reich. One of the earliest reference books.

• Exc++/Near MINT (19212) (19764) (24177) $70.@
  

"Reproduction? Recognition!". By Frederick J. Stephens. Hardbound, English text, 247 pages, copyright 1981, 2nd printing. This out-of-print book is the best reference available for the identification of post-war/reproduction Third Reich edged weapons. Includes numerous black & white photos of standard model and Honor pattern daggers comparing the post-war examples to the original Third Reich production pieces. Valuable reference for any Third Reich edged weapon collector.

• Exc++ (Minor wear/age to upper & lower edges of the spine, but no scuffs to covers) (24845) $250.
• Minor wear to the upper & lower edges of the spine with minor damage to the upper corners on both obverse and reverse. Exc+/Exc++ (24706) $225.

“Schaffen für Deutschland”.
239 pages, German text with photographs, hardbound, 1943. Subtitled, “Ein Bildbuch vom Reichsarbeitsdienst”. This photograph book shows, in detail, the activities of the RAD, to include road work and ground clearing, construction of “West Wall”, erecting communication lines, as well as extensive coverage of the women in the RAD learning cooking, sewing, and home skills, as well as field and farm work. Excellent period reference. Extremely RARE!
Exc. (spine is loose from cover) (18783) $145.

"Sieg Heil: An Illustrated History of Germany from Bismarck to Hitler". By Stefan Lorant. 352 pages, English text with black & white photographs, hardbound with dust jacket, large 9 ½" x 12 ¾" format, published 1974. This book with pictures and text recreates the turbulent history of Germany from the accession of Bismarck in 1862 to the end of Adolf Hitler in April 1945. Particular attention is shown to the rise and fall of Hitler and the NSDAP, with much emphasis in pictures and text of the chief NSDAP leaders including Göring, Hess, Bormann and Himmler. Exc++ (19821) $95.

"So Kämpfte und Siegte die Jugend der Belt-XI. Olympiade Berlin 1936". By Franz Miller, Baron P. von LeFort and Dr. H. Harster. Hardcover, 154 pages with 124 black & white photographs, published by Knorr & Hirth, Munich, 1936. Book covers the Summer Olympics held in Berlin in August 1936. Features photographs of the victors, to include the famous track & field star Jesse Owens, as well as his chief rival, German athlete Lutze Long who was later killed in action while serving as a German Army Officer. Linen covered book shows light age/wear to fabric and gilt lettering on cover, but no missing pages. Rare book, first time offered by JRB&M. Exc++ (22167) $225.

"Stripes"-The First Five Years of the GIs Newspaper. By John Sharnk & Oliver Howard. Hardbound with dust jacket, English text with black & white photographs, 125 pages, published in 1947. This book covers the history of the Stars & Stripes newspaper from its beginning in England on 18 April 1942 through the North African Campaign and into Europe to the Final Occupation edition in Pfungstadt, Germany. Has many interesting photographs/information, as well as Bill Malden, "Willy & Joe" cartoons. A letter from the editor is included with the book. Age/tears to the dust jacket, no missing pages. Exc++ (22204 - 2 available) $40.@

"Swords, Daggers and Cutlasses". By Gerald Weland. Hardbound with dust jacket, English text, 128 pages with black & white and color photographs & illustrations, published in 1991. This 8 ¾" x 11 ¼" large format book covers U.S., European (to include WWII German) and Far Eastern edged weapons. Excellent reference. Light wear to dust jacket. Exc++ (20761) $40.

"Swords of Hitler's Third Reich".
This 1st edition reference, with dust jacket, by John R. Angolia was printed in 1969 and was one of the first reference books on Third Reich swords. Hardbound, English text, 208 pages, fabulous pictures. Long out-of-print.

• Near MINT (24704) $150.

"Swords of WWII Germany".
By LTC (Ret.) Thomas Johnson and John Ormsby, Jr. Magazine, printed in 1980, 66 pages. Last page shows many of the trademarks of WWII Solingen manufacturers.

• MINT (18981) $27.50@
  

"Tanks of WWII". By Duncan Crow. Hardbound with dust jacket, English text, 123 pages with black & white photographs and color illustrations, published in 1979. Chronological development/employment of WWII tanks of Germany, France, Britain, Italy, Russia, U.S. and Japan, complete with engine and arms specifications. Light wear to dust cover. Exc++ (20746) $20.

"Taschenbuch der Kriegsflotten". This book was the German Naval handbook for identification of ships registered in different Naval forces throughout the world. Book is complete with color plates of flags used by the various Navies, as well as size, tonnage, total displacement of the various ships to include fine illustrations and black & white photographs.

• MINT (1980 reprint of 1940 edition, 461 pages, hardbound, German text) (23029B) $45.

"Taschenkalender Für Die Offiziere Des Heeres". This 1,031-page German text 1941-1942 handbook/officer's guide for the German Army covers all aspects of the officers' duties and responsibilities. Hardbound book includes an 11-page section of color plates depicting uniforms, insignia, edged weapons and medals. Book features blue hardbound cover showing light age to cover and pages. Great, seldom-seen original Third Reich reference guide. Exc+/Exc++ (21268) $175.

"Third Reich Edged Weapon Accouterments".
By LTC (Ret.) Thomas M. Johnson. Out-of-print; softbound; English text; 1st edition, printed in 1978, 65 pages. One of the finest works on Third Reich edged weapon accouterments. Shows many of the rarest belt loops used on Third Reich edged weapons.

• Exc++ (14681 - 2 available) $50.@
• Exc. (Surface wear to cover) (16701) $40.

"Uniformen der Panzertruppe".
By Jorg M. Hormann. Hardbound, German text. Covers uniforms of the German Panzer troops from 1917 to the present. MINT (13100) $38.95

"Uniforms, Organization and History of the Waffen-SS" (5-Volume Set). Roger J. Bender & Hugh Page Taylor. These long out-of-print books cover all aspects of the uniforms, organization, and history of the Waffen-SS from inception through expansion that included foreign volunteers. Provides order of battle information as well as lists of unit commanders with many black & white photographs. Great reference series! Exc++/Near MINT (24058) $295./Set
Included in the set are the following volumes:

• Volume 1 (1971) 160 pages, covers uniforms, insignia and accouterments of the Waffen-SS
• Volume 2 (1971) 176 pages, covers command & control, Waffen-SS Corps, and introduction to Divisions
• Volume 3 (1972) 179 pages, covers Waffen-SS, Gebirgs Kavalerie, Panzer & Panzer Grenadier Divisions
• Volume 4 (1975) 208 pages, covers Waffen-SS Grenadier & Panzer Granadier Divisions
• Volume 5 (1982) 256 pages, covers Waffen-SS Latvian & Estonian Divisions
  

"Uniforms, Organization and History of the Waffen-SS. By Bender and Taylor. This series is the premier work on the Waffen-SS--uniforms, organization and equipment.

• Volume 3 (Exc++/Near MINT (1972, 179 pages, covers Waffen-SS Gebirgs, Kavalerie, Panzer & Panzer Grenadier Divisions) (22559) $55.
• Volume 4 (Exc++/Near MINT) (1975, 208 pages, covers Waffen-SS Grenadier and Panzer Grenadier Divisions) (22560) (22558) $55.

"Von der SDP zur NSDAP". Hardbound, 124 pages with 112 pages of black & white photographs, published in 1939. Light tan ribbed fabric covers show age/wear with some minor rips to spine. Book covers the rise of the Sudeten Deutsche Partei (SDP) under the leadership of Konrad Henlein from 1933 through the German annexation of Czechoslovakia in October 1938. Many excellent photographs of German/NSDAP leaders to include Hitler, von Neurath, Himmler, Huydrich, and Göring. Some minor age staining to photographs but no missing pages. Exc. (23009) $25.

"Waffen SS". By Keith Simpson. Hardbound with dust jacket, English text, 80 pages with numerous black & white as well as color photographs & illustrations, published in 1990. This 9 ½" x 11 ¼" large format book recounts the complete story of the creation, development, and wartime record of the "Third Reich's Military Vanguard". Light wear to dust jacket. Near MINT (20753) $35.

"Walther" (3-Volume Set). James L. Rankin w/Gary Green. Hardbound books, English text cover all aspects of the history and pistols produced by the Walther firm of Zella- Mehlis, Germany. Book are profusely illustrated with black/white and color photographs of pistols &holsters from the extensive collections of the authors. Superb reference set, long out of print. Included in the set are the following volumes:

• Volume I. "Walther Models PP and PPK, 1929-1945" (1974) 142 pages. Hand signed by the authors.
• Volume II. "Engraved, Presentation and Standard Models" (Undated) 136 pages.
• Volume III. "Walther Volume III 1908-1980" (1981) 226 pages.
  Exc++/Near MINT (24088) $375./Set
  

"Wearing The Edged Weapons of the Third Reich", Volume I. LTC (Ret.) Thomas M. Johnson. Softbound, English text, 62 pages, 1st edition, 1977 (OUT-OF PRINT), 11" X 81/2" format. This difficult-to-locate volume features original source photographs of German Army, Luftwaffe, Navy as well as SA/SS/NSKK/HJ and other NSDAP political uniforms in wear. Minor wear to covers, but no missing pages. This Volume I is practically unobtainable on today's market. EX++ (24061) (24083) $85.@

“Wehrmacht Illustrated”, Volumes 1 – 5.
By Peter Chamberlain and Chris Ellis (Volume 4 by J. Williamson). Softbound, English text, with black & white and color photographs and illustrations, 32 pages, printed 1971 – 1972. These references, published in England, cover organizations, operations, uniforms and equipment of various German units. Exc+ (19441) $145./Set Valuable reference with many period photographs. Sold as set ONLY.
Titles included in this set are:

• Volume 1 – “Afrikakorps 1941-42”
  
• Volume 2 – “Panzer Jäger”
  
• Volume 3 – “Panzer-Grenadiers”
  
• Volume 4 – “Halbkettenfahrzeuge (Half-track vehicles) 1939 – 1945”
  
• Volume 5 – “Gebirgsjäger”

"Wenn Alle Brüder Schweigen". By the Association of Soldiers of the Former Waffen SS. Hardbound, large format (8 5/8" x 11 5/8"), 584 pages, English & German text with black & white photographs, colored illustrations and maps, organizational charts, and uniforms & equipment. Published in 1974. This book, "When All the Brothers were Silent", features over 1,100 photographs gathered from former Waffen SS soldiers and archives, depicts all aspects of Waffen SS operations, from pre-war parades to the bitter combat of the Russian Campaign to the final surrender in 1945. Monumental pictorial history. Wear/age to cover. Exc+/Exc++ (21540) $135.

"The World at War: 1939-1944".
English text; printed in 1945 by the "Infantry Journal"; 416 pages; 6 1/2" x 4 1/4"; softbound. Covers a brief history of the origin, military operations, and related events of World War II. Part of the Fighting Forces series. Light wear to cover with yellowing to pages. Direct vet purchase. Exc. (16292) $18.50

"WWII German Collectibles and Illustrated Price Guide". By John M. Kaduck. Softbound; English text; 132 pages; 1972. This early price guide contains photographs and prices/values of daggers, medals, headgear, uniforms, flags, armbands and postcards. Interesting overview of how prices have increased over the past 30+ years in the military market. This is the early dagger reference often referred to by collectors and dealers as "Big Red". Wear/age to cover, but no missing pages. VG+/EX (24069) $55.

"World War II". By Ronald Heifermann. Hardbound with dust jacket, English text, 256 pages with black & white photographs & color illustrations/maps, published in 1973. This 9 ½" x 12 ¾" large format book covers, through 350 black & white photographs, 16 maps, and 99 color illustrations, the global character and far-reaching effects of WWII. Light wear to dust jacket. Exc++ (20752) $50.

“World War II German Military Collectibles”.
By Robert McCarthy. Out-of-print, English text with photographs, softbound, 80 pages, published in 1980. Describes and illustrates edged weapons, medals, uniforms, toys, and provides values. Exc++ (19215) $25.