Kriegsmarine U-boats 1939-45 (2) (New Vanguard)
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| Rating | : | 4.91 (873 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1841763640 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 48 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-10-28 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
This title follows from New Vanguard 51: Kriegsmarine U-boats 1939–45 (1) and charts the continuing development of the U-boat in German service, including the evolution of the Type IX as a long range 'cruiser' intended for solo operations in distant waters. Also covered is the revolutionary Type XXI, conceived of in 1942 and launched in April 1944, the first true submarine rather than submersible, whose arrival was just too late to influence the war. Other vessels covered are the Type XXIII, a small vessel armed with only two torpedoes but technically highly advanced, and the Type X minelayers, which were rarely used in their intended role and more often used as supply boats.
. From the Publisher The unrivalled illustrated reference on fighting vehicles, transport and artillery through the ages. Each volume is illustrated throughout, making these books uniquely accessible to history enthusiasts of all ages
Enrique Bozzo said Extremely limited. Another reviewer put it in the exact words: "For Junior High School". This pamphlet is extremely limited, simple, and the line drawings are not up to the usual standard.Don't waste your time and money.. Well-researched technical book with in conjuction the 1st volume provide almost everything you want to know about WWII U-boats Stephen P. Ford I have been very pleased with and impressed with the quality of Osprey publications. The Vanguard and New Vanguard series are focused on specific weapon systems. Kriegsmarine U-boats 1939-45 (2) provides information on the Type IX, X, XXI and XXIII U-boats, armaments, torpedoes, mines, rockets, foreign submarines used, and midget submarines with illustrations. it is the 2nd volume in the series on Kriegsmarine U-boats.. Three Stars Alex Katsaros As with part one of these little books a good quick reference!
He is author of a number of World War II titles for Osprey. He spent seven years with the Military Police TA and has published a number of books and articles on the decorations of the Third Reich and their winners. . Gordon Williamson was born in 1951 and currently works for the Scottish Land Register