History Of The British Army Infantry Collar Badge

Author : Colin G. Churchill
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2002-08
Category : History
ISBN : 184342357X

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History of the British Army Infantry Collar Badge by Colin G. Churchill Pdf

History of the British Army Infantry Collar Badge is the standard reference book on the subject, containing detailed descriptions and variations of each badge worn, with the date when it was worn and on which uniform; with mention of metals and the reasons why a particular design was chosen, together with explanations of battle honours and mottoes. Dates and details of Submissions, Approvals, Authorisations, Army Orders, Sealings and depositing at the Army Clothing Department etc. have been quoted, as well as relevant correspondence between the War Office, regiments and manufacturers. Collar badge backings and items worn as both a cap and a collar badge are covered in the text which is supported by over 2000 actual-size identifier photographs and line drawings covering some 800 units. These have been numbered so that each item can be recognised and referred to by merely quoting these numbers. The author has tried to standardise the many varied terms used to describe a collar badge, and the aim has been to contain in one book all the informaton required by a collector/researcher of the British Army Infantry collar badge. Therefore information is included on the evolution and construction of the item, and the uniform it was worn on; additionally the wider field includes sources of informtion, identification, the preservation and display of the badges.

Author : Colin Churchill
Publisher : Brassey's
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1998-04
Category : History
ISBN : 1857532759

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History of the British Army Infantry Collar Badges by Colin Churchill Pdf

This work looks at the history of the British Army Infantry collar badge, providing detailed descriptions and looking at variations of each collar badge worn with dates when it was worn and on which uniform. It also makes mention of the metals and reasons why a particular design was chosen, including explanations of battle honours and mottoes.

Author : Military Historical Society (Great Britain)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Great Britain
ISBN : UOM:39015068925711

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List of Members by Military Historical Society (Great Britain) Pdf

Author : Cecil C. P. Lawson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1970
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCSD:31822000737452

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A History of the Uniforms of the British Army by Cecil C. P. Lawson Pdf

Author : Reginald H. W. Cox
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : History
ISBN : IND:30000076444227

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Military Badges of the British Empire 1914-18 by Reginald H. W. Cox Pdf

Author : Guido Rosignoli
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015046380526

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The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Military Insignia of the 20th Century by Guido Rosignoli Pdf

Author : Peter Doyle,Chris Foster
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2012-07-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781782001027

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British Army Cap Badges of the Second World War by Peter Doyle,Chris Foster Pdf

In their companion volume to British Army Cap Badges of the First World War, authors Peter Doyle and Chris Foster present an overview of the main cap badges worn by the British Army during the Second World War, which continued the rich and varied tradition of British regimental insignia. This book describes and illustrates, for the first time in high quality full colour, the main types of cap badge worn. With many amalgamations, war-raised units and special forces, British military insignia from the period have a surprising range that differs substantially from that worn by the soldiers of the previous generation. As in the first book, this volume contains contemporary illustrations of the soldiers themselves wearing the badges. Employing the skills of an established writer (and collector) and artist, it provides a unique reference guide for anyone interested in the British Army of the period.

Author : Sandra-Faye Nagy
Publisher : Trafford Publishing
Page : 427 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9781466974227

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Brompton by Sandra-Faye Nagy Pdf

Brompton traces the life of a nineteenth century soldier who served in the British Army at the height of English rule. It interlocks with historical accuracy the story of Ireland, the formation of Englands Standing Army and life as it was in a Regiment. A mix of discipline, passion, struggle and personal triumphs. From Portugal to Australia to India with his regiment, William Smith endures campaign hardship, tragedy and tropical illness. He remarries and is repatriated back to Ireland, but his retirement coincides with Irelands crisis, the 1840s famine. Acceptance into the Royal New Zealand Fencible Corps offers a new life establishing the colony of New Zealand. His legacy to the country is found in the solid infrastructure that survives from Auckland and Onehungas humble beginnings and the meticulous genealogical research into Williams numerous descendants.

Author : David Bilton
Publisher : Pen and Sword Military
Page : 871 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2021-11-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781526758033

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Badges of the Regular Infantry, 1914–1918 by David Bilton Pdf

Badges of the Regular Infantry, 1914-1918 is based on over thirty years research in museums, archives and collections. It is an exhaustive study of the development of the battalion, brigade and divisional signs of the twelve divisions that formed the regular army during the Great War. It also looks at the badges of those battalions left behind to guard the Empire. While the divisional signs are well known, there has been no authoritative work on the signs worn by the infantry battalions. The book will illustrate the cap and shoulder titles used, as well as cloth signs worn to provide easy recognition in the trenches. Each regular and reserve battalion of a regiment has a listing, which provides a brief history of the unit and detailed information on the badges worn. It is prodigiously illustrated and contains much information, like why a shape or color was chosen, when it was adopted, what size it was, whether it was worn on a helmet, what color the helmet was and even what colors were used on horse transport; the majority of this rich and detailed information has never been published before. What helps make the information accurate and authoritative is that much of it comes from an archive created at the time and from personal correspondence with hundreds of veterans in the 1980s, many of whom still had their badges and often had razor-sharp recollections about wearing them. The book also provides some comments from these veterans. Using the illustrations will allow many of those unidentified photos in family albums to come to life.

Author : Stephen Bull
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2016-09-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9781844863983

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Churchill's Army by Stephen Bull Pdf

Winston Churchill, Britain's iconic war time Prime Minister, is inextricably linked with the victorious British Army of 1939 to 1945. Yet hindsight, propaganda, and the imperative of the defeat of Hitler and Imperial Japan, have led to a tendency to oversimplify the image of Churchill the war leader, and 'his' Army. For whilst Churchill was undeniably a towering statesman, his relations with both the Army and War Office were ambiguous and altered considerably not only with the progress of the Second World War, but over decades. In this comprehensive book, Stephen Bull examines every aspect of the British Army during the Second World War, and considers in detail the strengths and weaknesses of an organisation that was tested to its limits on many fronts but made an immense contribution to the successful Allied outcome. The book explores the structure of military power from the men who ran it, the Generals to the detail of the regiments they commanded. It looks at the uniforms the soldiers wore and the badges and insignia they bore on their uniforms. The weaponry Churchill's army used is discussed in detail, from small arms including rifles, bayonets, grenades, carbines and machine guns to the massed firepower of the artillery along with the increasing sophistication of tanks and other military vehicles during the period. Finally the role of auxiliary and special forces and their contribution to the campaign is considered. The comprehensive text is enhanced by more than 200 contemporary photographs.

Author : David Bilton
Publisher : Casemate Publishers
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2018-08-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781473873537

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The Badges of Kitchener's Army by David Bilton Pdf

Badges of Kitchener's Army is based on thirty years research in museums, archives and collections. It is an exhaustive study of the development of the battalion, brigade and divisional signs of the thirty divisions raised by Kitchener's appeal for men. While the divisional signs are well known, there has been little authoritative work on the signs worn by the infantry battalions. The book will illustrate the unique cap and shoulder titles used, as well as cloth signs worn to provide easy recognition in the trenches. Each service battalion, of each regiment has a listing, which provides a brief history of the unit and detailed information on the badges worn.It is prodigiously illustrated and contains much information, like why a shape or color was chosen, when it was adopted, what size it was, whether it was worn on a helmet, what color the helmet was and even what colors were used on horse transport; the majority of this rich and detailed information has never been published before. What helps make the information accurate and authoritative is that much of it comes from an archive created at the time and from personal correspondence with hundreds of veterans in the 1980s, many of whom still had their badges and often had razor-sharp recollections about wearing them. The book will also provide some comments from these veterans. A further unique aspect of the book is that it will look at the uniforms and badges worn before the battalions left the country, providing much new information that will enable people to identify any photographs they have lying around.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Military history
ISBN : UVA:X030296900

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The Bulletin by Anonim Pdf

Author : George Usher
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781408102237

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Dictionary of British Military History by George Usher Pdf

From the invasion of Britain by the Danes through the battle of Hastings, Agincourt and Waterloo up to the present day, this fascinating dictionary includes entries on battles, campaigns and famous commanders, as well as ranks, regiments, uniforms and weapons. The reader will find an outline of the British army since its formation in the 17th century, together with brief histories of battles and biographies of great military leaders. A handy reference source for all levels of student or enthusiast, including the general reader of historical reference and anyone with an interest in the British military.

Author : G L D Alderson
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-01
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780752490069

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Cap-badges of the British Army by G L D Alderson Pdf

The British Army has always set great store by its cap badges, which , in miniature, encapsulated the history and traditions of the units that wore them. They were worn with pride by the County regiments (that formed the bulk of the infantry) throughout the two world wars.Here is a comprehensive illustrated collection of the cap badges of the Second World War, the images taken from the author’s own collection. The commentary on each badge explains the joining together of battalions as the war progressed and a regimental index makes finding the badges easy. This is a complex subject clarified in one volume for the first time.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012-09-17
Category : History
ISBN : 9780744034684

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Military History by DK Pdf

The world’s weaponry is showcased inside this spectacular visual guide. From the spears and swords of ancient times to the guns and grenades of modern warfare, 5,000 years of weaponry are explored and explained in unprecedented detail. Military History profiles key arms and armaments and conveys technologies and tactics across hundreds of pages of dramatic photography and accessible text. Find out how war is waged between battleships at sea, tanks on the battlefield, and fighter planes in the skies. Climb siege towers, drive chariots, enter medieval fortresses, fly unmanned drones, and detect stealth bombers. You will also experience virtual tours of iconic vehicles, including the T-34 Tank, the Lockheed F-117 Stealth Bomber, and the AH-64 Apache helicopter. And discover the leaders, battles, and weapons of war that have changed the course of history, and understand the lasting impact of global conflicts. This complete history of weaponry is essential reading for military enthusiasts of all ages.