Vehicle Art of World War Two

by John Norris

Overview

The nose art that decorated WW2 aircraft has received considerable attention but the images and slogans that decorated land vehicles has been less widely appreciated. This visually stunning book displays many fine examples (original or faithfully recreated) of the art that adorned the military vehicles of both Allied and Axis forces. Both official unit markings, such as divisional badges and unit emblems, as well as decidedly less official renderings of pin-up girls and cartoon characters are included. John Norriss concise but well researched text and extended captions set the artwork in context and explain the development of vehicle art through the course of the war and in the various armies. The result is a visual treat for the casual reader and a valuable reference for reenactors, vehicle restorers, wargamers and modellers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781473884823
Publisher:	Pen & Sword Books Limited
Publication date:	01/31/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	192
File size:	16 MB
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About the Author

John Norris is a freelance military historian who writes regular monthly columns for several specialist titles, ranging from vehicle profiles to re-enactment events. He has written fifteen books on various military historical subjects, most recently Fix Bayonets! (due to be published by Pen & Sword)

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements vi

Introduction 1

Chapter 1 What's in a Name? 7

Chapter 2 The French Army: National Pride and Personal Choice 48

Chapter 3 The British Army: Making a Point 54

Chapter 4 To Name or Not to Name: A National Difference of Opinion 72

Chapter 5 The German Army: A Subtle Approach 78

Chapter 6 Russia: Patriotic Fervour of the Red Army 87

Chapter 7 The US Army: Sometimes Saucy, Often Humorous 90

Appendix 137

Bibliography 178

Editorial Reviews

"This book will be very interesting to modelers that are looking for some cool markings to put on their vehicles. It will hold interest for military historians and enthusiasts too."

AMPS Indianapolis

"Entertainment for the casual reader and a valuable reference for vehicle restorers and modelers alike. All colour photos."

FineScale Modeler

"After reading the entire book, I came to a realisation that this lovely work by Mr. Norris is not just a simple collection of photographs and images. It is a hallowed testament to the eternal human aspiration to leave a mark of his own in this world before vanishing into the flames of war. It is a book that reminds us that soldiers are not killing machines who mercilessly slew their enemies on the battlefield but human beings with a heart and a soul"

Kunwon Saw

A detailed study of the subject.

WWII History

"An interesting topic and one which modellers, military historians, re-enactors and military vehicle restorers will find interesting."

Military Model Scene

A detailed study of the subject.

Christopher Miskimon WWII History magazine

"Entertainment for the casual reader and a valuable reference for vehicle restorers and modelers alike. All colour photos."

FineScale Modeler magazine