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HEROES IN OUR MIDST, Vol. 2: Troop Carrier Command, Pathfinders, Glider Troops, The Jump Uniform Hardcover – February 6, 2014

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This second volume of Heroes in Our Midst continues the in-depth study of everything airborne-related. The Troop Carrier Command chapter outlines training and tactical operations, the aircraft used, uniforms and insignia, plus 116 Troop Carrier squadron patches. The Pathfinders are covered in similar fashion showing their uniforms and insignia, and their specialized radar, lighting and signal equipment. The massive chapter on Glider Troops covers tactical glider development and operations, plus uniforms and insignia worn by glider pilots and troops to include the evolution of garrison cap patches of all styles. All known makers of glider qualification badges and their associated trimmings are detailed in full color. The paratroopers Jump Uniform is a stand-alone 160 page chapter showing numerous photos of the balloon cloth coverall, the M1941 and M1942 jump uniforms and their modifications, and an extensive 42 page study of jump boot evolution by manufacturer. The chapter concludes with coverage of the M1943 field combat uniform with a special emphasis on modified M1943 jump trousers. Volume II, like Volume I is rich with period photos and illustrations, featuring 1,400 photos - mostly in full color.
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  1. Print length
    512 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    R James Bender Publishing
  4. Publication date
    February 6, 2014
  5. ISBN-10
    1932970266
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1932970265
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ R James Bender Publishing (February 6, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 512 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1932970266
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1932970265
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.7 pounds
  • Customer Reviews:
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Greenfield
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Reference Book for the WWII Collector
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2016
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I purchased both volumes of the Heroes in Our Midst series at the same time. Both are fantastic resources! Tons of detailed photos - mostly color close-ups of the items (uniforms, equipment, patches, wings, etc.) along with original black and white photos of soldiers wearing them during the war. A great set of books to use as resources for any WWII airborne collector. I am not an expert on the airborne, but have collected a variety of WWII items for over 15 years. There are many items included in these books that I have not seen before. I highly recommend both books.
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Nyle C. Monday
5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic book. Its not cheap
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2014
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A fantastic book. Its not cheap, but you get what you pay for. I think this will become a much sought-after volume when it goes out of print.
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Toni England
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2015
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My husband does family history research and found family history in these books-pricey but worth it.
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eagle6
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2014
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Fantastic follow on from Vol. 1
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sergio zayas jr
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2014
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Outstanding!
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Leigh E. Smith Jr
5.0 out of 5 stars Once again John Angolia has provided an invaluable reference book ...
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2015
Once again John Angolia has provided an invaluable reference book for the student of US Airborne History. Stunning pictures and actual items from personal collections brings this volume in line with Volume 1, simply stunning. This is a must have reference book that will be at the forefront of US Airborne collectors..Looking forward to the next volume in the series.
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Mr. Lionel Marsh
5.0 out of 5 stars US Airborne WW2
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 8, 2017
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A really informative and well written and researched book, full of photographs, tables of organisation, unit lists and much, much more. Fully recommended!
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