Ordnance, weapons technology books

This study focuses on the sheaths and scabbards of the Anglo-Saxon period, rather than the blades once held within...  Read More >>

In light of the spectacular performance of American high-technology weapons in the 1991 Persian Gulf War, as well...  Read More >>

The German assault gun was designed as an infantry support weapon, but the changing conditions of the battlefields...  Read More >>

From the highly fortified castles of the Normans to the thermonuclear weapons of today, this remarkable history...  Read More >>

"Focuses on what actions to take in the event of a crisis involving hazardous materials. This book contains abridged...  Read More >>

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The 7.62mm snayperskaya vintovka Dragunov - the SVD - was the first Russian rifle designed specifically for sniping....  Read More >>

An in depth exploration of all new weapons developed by the scientists and engineers of the Third Reich, including...  Read More >>

"This book covers the history of aircraft armament from the early days of World War I when aviators fired hand-held...  Read More >>

Who should control the surface of the sea? This ongoing and as yet unanswered question has been debated since aircraft...  Read More >>

Traces the historical development of biological weapons and considers the role of health care professionals, scientists,...  Read More >>

A survey describing the weapons and equipment of the Anglo-Saxon warrior during the three-and-a-half centuries from...  Read More >>

This official military manual was originally published by the Soviet Ministry of Defence. It covers the history,...  Read More >>

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Traces the development of the sword from the Viking period to the renaissance, drawing on archaeological, literary...  Read More >>

It is estimated that every year 400,000 to 500,000 Americans use a firearm to defend themselves from violent attacks....  Read More >>

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In 1974 India exploded an atomic device. In May 1998 the new BJP government exploded several more, encountering...  Read More >>

Studies the development of springalds and crossbows in the middle ages. The book looks at how these weapons made...  Read More >>

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Covers the variety of captured weapons and equipment used by the Wehrmacht.  Read More >>

This book covers the guns that were emplaced along the Atlantic Wall by Germany during WWII.  Read More >>

Provides a detailed account of the use and the design of the German heavy 24 cm cannon.  Read More >>

This book presents the sound locators, fire control systems, and searchlights used by Germany in conjunction with...  Read More >>

The medium PKW of the German Wehrmacht is described in both photographs and text.  Read More >>