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This publication was prepared by a number of German officers after the end of World War II. There were a number of these publications, many of which are in publication in the German Report Series by Naval and Military Press. They are all of significant importance in understanding the way in which the war was fought, particularly on the eastern front. This publication deals with improvisations. 157 of which are described. They range from tactical improvisations such as coping with mud, those imposed in desperation and those demanded by special situations, such as during Operation Citadel. Both offensive and defensive operations are covered, as well as troop movements, and all arms are included. Supply and transport also appear, together with technical improvisation (particularly the pamje wagons and the corduroy road), bridging. deception and movement across frozen lakes. Technical improvisation includes training for arctic conditions, and weapon and equipment ad hoc modifications. Special units and the Luftwaffe Field Divisions are also included, as well as some of the last ditch expedients forced on the Germans at the end of the war. There are 6 black and white maps to illustrate salient points.

RAF personnel qualified for nine campaign clasps and this medal roll, transcribed from a card index formerly held at the Air Ministry, lists all recipients with clasp details and, where appropriate, squadron with which serving at the time. Entitlement to the later 1936-39 Medal is also noted. Analysis sheet lists squadrons present at each campaign, and gives totals of each clasp awarded.

This record contains the nominal roll of Fellows, Masters and past pupils of the college who served during the Great War. Casualties, Honours and Awards are noted, including Mentions in Despatches and unit in which served. The names are arranged on a chronological basis under the date of their leaving college in Dublin, Ireland.

"Short History of the London Rifle Brigade" by anonymousAs a volunteer regiment in the British Army, the London Rifle Brigade was one of the most important but lesser known components of the military at the time. While history buffs who specialize in war might know them, many people don't and this book aimed to change that. This concise history helps honor the men who served their country in this troop.

This publication was prepared by a number of Germam officers after the end of World War II. There were a number of these publications, many of which are in publication in the German Report Series by Naval and Military Press. They are all of significant importance in understanding the way in which the war was fought, particularly on the eastern front.'This particular publication is perhaps the best known of all the German Report Series, and deals with combat at battalion, company, platoon and even individual level. It is full of small actions that are not reported anywher else, and the whole book is well illustrated with a series of maps showing the situartion of the units and the actions described in such detail.'The book starts with a look at the Russian soldier and how trhe Germans learned to adapt to warfare in Russia. It then looks at operations by infantry, tanks and field engineers, and there are many extremely interesting operations described. Special operations are also included, and a number of ‘behind the lines’ operations receive treatment. It also deals with fighting in the various topographies and vegetation zones of Russia, as well as the differences between the summer, mud and snow periods.'This is a fundamental book for anyone looking at German warfare in the Russian campaign, and the way in which so much had to be altered, relearned or improvised by the German forces in this deadly campaign.