Developed during the 1930s in contravention to the Treaty of Versailles, German tanks, along with the panzer units that operated them, were counted among the most feared conventional weapons of World War II. The story of German tank evolution, firsthand accounts of savage tank battles, tank comparisons, explanations of roles, and detailed armor and armament specifications combine with modern and rare period color photography to reveal the stories behind Germany's light armored support vehicles, light and medium Panzer tanks, and the behemoth Tiger tanks.

This outstanding history is packed with modern color photography of World War II's best-known tanks. Among the armored fighting vehicles covered are the legendary M4 Sherman, the most famous tank of WWII; the Churchill and Cromwell, which battled their way from Normandy to Hamburg; the Russian T-34, triumphant over the Germans from Stalingrad to the streets of Berlin; and the M60 Patton and Super Sherman, which saw fierce fighting in the Middle East. The collection even includes a rare German Hetzer, a tank-destroyer which took its toll on Allied armor in the last months of the War.

More than any other tank of WWII, the German Tiger tank instilled fear in the hearts of Allied soldiers when it entered a battlefield. With almost inpenetrable armor and a highly accurate 88mm main gun, they earned the respect they were rightly given. With a combat weight of over sixty tons, these tanks were among the most massive in the war, easily able to destroy any Allied tanks they encountered. This book will take an inside look at the brute force design of the TigerI tank, built with the largest pieces of plate armor that could be made. Learn first-hand how this formidable weapon was used in battle from the German soldiers that fought in them and the Allied soldiers that fought against them. Then climb on board the TigerII, the best-armed and best-protected tank Of the WWII. See what it is like to ride into battle with a German crew and hunt the Allied tanks such as the American Shermans and Soviet T-34s.

Orders, medals and honor insignia were extremely important symbols among German military forces during World War II. Easily recognizable, the decorations on the uniform provided an instant history of the wearer. German Insignia of World War II is a fascinating exploration of these symbols, which were used to bind German military to Hitler and the destiny of the Third Reich. This book provides a definitive guide to the symbols, both military and civilian, of the Third Reich, which served to inspire Germany's war effort in World War II.

Color is a critical measure of quality in foods and beverages. Researchers and technical personnel in quality assurance and product development need appropriate objective methods for measuring color. This book contains chapters by scientists from throughout the world with expertise on the pigment and color stability of many different commodities.

Germany used many types of Russian battle tanks captured during WWII, and this book gives an accurate account in both photographs and text.

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They were worn as badges of both honor and accomplishment. No other military force in history ornamented its soldiers like the German Wehrmacht, and within the pages of German Combat Badges of the Third Reich is the proof. Here you will find a comprehensive study of the title subject unparalleled in its depth of full-color photographic splendor. Hundreds of detailed images commissioned especially for this master reference capture all the classic German badges from perspectives collectors and historians want to see. German Badges will not only enhance your reference library, but more importantly, it will enhance your knowledge. Volume One features the badges of Germany’s Army and Naval forces.
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В операции «Барбаросса» (вторжение в Советский Союз), начавшейся 22 июня 1941 года, были задействованы три группы армий, объединявшие не менее 120 дивизий, самое мощное сосредоточение сил Вермахта во Второй мировой войне. На правом крыле группировки войск, задуманной немецкими вождями, находилась группа армий «Юг», имевшая боевой задачей уничтожение советских сил на Украине к западу от Днепра. Острием копья этой армейской группировки являлась 1-я танковая группа Клейста (по имени своего командующего, генерал-полковника фон Клейста), состоявшая из пяти танковых, трех моторизованных и четырех пехотных дивизий, к которым позднее присоединились венгерские, итальянские и словацкие соединения. Эта устрашающая ударная сила сыграла решающую роль в захвате Украины.

This first volume of three covers the interiors of the principal German day fighters and rocket interceptors of the period 1935-1945. Aircraft instrumentation, controls, flying suits, engines, weapons, fuel, oil and coolant systems are also covered. Everything normall seen by the pilot strapped into his seat is shown in this volume. In addition each aircraft type is represented by at least one general external view of the complete aircraft. This volume contains 495 photographs, 212 color photographs and 225 color illustrations.

Hunnicutt's work is an absolute must for light tank enthusiasts. Covering earlier development of the American light tank beginning in the 1920's, it ascends through the 1940's. Tanks covered include all variants of the M2, M3, M5, M8 series light tanks and even LVT (Landing Vehicle, Tracked) vehicles. Coverage is also provided, albeit surprisingly, on the M18! Illustrated with black and white and color photos, line drawings and color plates; it includes action as well as technical views. Many photos are drawn from the U.S. Army Ordnance archives and Army technical manuals. This provides not only views of production vehicles, but prototypes and interior shots not normally seen. Technical specifications are also provided for the majority of vehicles illustrated.

The book yells of the difficult birth of tht whole new weapon. From the schemes and plans of the mid-nineteenth century to the introduction of the first tanks into service and their baptism of fire, it is a fascinating and well-researched story.
That the tank woud go on to become an important feature in WWII and up to the present was far from certain in its early days.
Renowned tank authority David Fletcher tells the full story of the early British tanks in this very welcome addition to the Crowood armour series.

Настоящее издание представляет собой перевод оригинального английского издания "Encyclopedia of German Tanks of World War Two", впервые опубликованного издательством Cassell. Этот классический энциклопедический справочник по танкам и другой бронетанковой технике Третьего рейха является результатом многолетнего тщательного исследования. Справочник включает свыше 1000 фотографий, глоссарий немецких технических терминов и их русский перевод, восемь приложений, охватывающих вооружение, боеприпасы, двигатели и другое оборудование.

Firsthand accounts of the German commanders who planned and executed the largest tank battle in history.
The battle of Kursk, fought in the summer of 1943, involved six thousand German and Soviet armored vehicles, making it the biggest tank battle of all time and possibly the largest battle of any kind. Students of military history have long recognized the importance of Kursk, also known as "Operation Citadel," and there have been several serious studies of the battle. Yet, the German view of the battle has been largely ignored.

During World War II, combat experience proved that the American Sherman tank was no match for the best of Germany's tanks like the Panther or Tiger. Almost three years of development produced the T26E3 Pershing, which entered battle in the final months of the war in Europe. This book relies on hundreds of photos, color illustrations, and scale drawings to tell the history of this impressive American tank.

In this follow-up to Tigers in Combat I (0811731715), Wolfgang Schneider turns his attention to the Tiger tanks of the Waffen-SS and the Wehrmacht's named units, such as the Gro_deutschland Division, Company Hummel, and Tiger Group Meyer. Based on actual combat diaries, the text provides the history of each unit, outlining strength, equipment, commanders, and engagements. But the heart of the book is the hundreds of photos, many of them rare, that show these tanks and their crews in action and at rest. Supplementing these are intricate color drawings that bring the Tigers to life and concentrate on markings, camouflage, and insignia. The book offers a stunning and unique look at the Tiger.

As the war turned against the Third Reich, the introduciton of jet aircraft represented Germany's last hope in the struggle for control of the skies. Despite early success, most German jets were destined to a short, violent life in the face of Allied air superiority.
102 photos, 8 pages in color.

With advances in image sensors, digital TV, image-enabled consumer electronics, and much more, color image processing is of paramount interest in the computer vision community. This book details recent advances in digital color image acquisition, analysis, processing, and display, exploring emerging color image, video, multimedia, and biomedical processing applications. It examines the latest techniques, algorithms, and solutions for digital color imaging, emphasizing emerging topics such as secure imaging, semantic processing, and digital camera image processing. It comprehensively covers the system design, implementation, and application aspects of digital color imaging.