US Paratrooper, 1941-45 - Softcover

Smith, Carl

Softcover

ISBN 10: 184176258X ISBN 13: 9781841762586

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 2001

Synopsis

In Sicily, Normandy, and in the frozen hills of the Ardennes, America's airborne warriors proved themselves some of the toughest and most determined soldiers of World War II (1939-1945). What made these soldiers so special? How were they recruited, how did they learn to jump and fight? What special tactics and equipment did they use? This title looks at what it was like to be one of the United States' airborne elite, through the experiences of the soldiers themselves. It is the story of the men who invariably led the way; the soldiers who flew to battle and walked home.

About this title

From the Publisher:

The Bringing History to Life collection is made up of Osprey's all-time favourite titles, re-released with striking new covers - selected titles also include visitor information sections.

About the Author:

Carl Smith has had a life long fascination with many aspects of the military history of the United States. A specialist writer of many years experience, Carl has worked for several popular military magazines. He has written volumes on the battles of Gettysburg, Chancellorsville and Fredericksburg and the Pearl Harbor attack in Osprey's Campaign series. Carl lives and works in Virginia.

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 184176258X
• ISBN 13: 9781841762586
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64
• Illustrator: Chappell Mike