Robert Kurtz Knihy

The uniforms and equipment of the elite German Fallschirmjger is the subject of this detailed, illustrated study. Authentic items smocks, dress tunics, boots, insignia, helmets, visor caps, gloves, knee pads and more are shown in superb color photos, in both multiple full-view, and detail shots. Unpublished World War II era photos show uniforms and equipment being worn on a variety of war fronts. Also included is a short chapter covering other Axis airborne including Italian and Japanese gear.

This volume offers a rich collection of rare Afrikakorps military documents, including award documents, propaganda leaflets, Soldbuchs, Wehrpass, and Remembrance/Death cards. It features both Allied and Axis propaganda materials, Afrikakorps field newspapers, and unique field-made newsletters from Sonderverband 288. Additionally, the book compiles complete groupings of Afrikakorps veterans and showcases every known document variant of the AFRIKA cuffband and the Italian-German Medal, making it invaluable for collectors.