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An expert history of arms from medieval times to the present day, with comprehensive illustrated directories of firearms, with full technical specifications, including the Mauser, Lee-Enfield and the SAR 240.

An expert history of small arms from the 14th century to the present day, with comprehensive illustrated directories of firearms, with full technical specifications, from the medieval hand cannon and the matchlock handgun to the Luger P08 and today's Glock 19M, including the Colt .45, the Lanchester, and the Barrett Mx4 Storm submachine gun.

One of the most prestigious and versatile units of the British armed forces, the Royal Marine Commandos served in many theatres worldwide, performing a number of conventional and specialised roles. During the period covered in this account, conscription to the Royal Marines came to an end and the unit became a professional and dedicated force, with a tough recruitment programme and a focus on teamwork. This book provides a detailed look at the service life of a Royal Marine Commando in a time of great change, exploring the developments that took place in recruitment, training, equipment, weaponry, dress and tactical deployment in the post-World War II period.

After the Allies invaded in 1943, there were two Italian governments, one backing the Allies, the other a puppet supporting the Germans. This led to a secret war that was vital to supporting the Allies'' conventional forces.

Provides a comprehensive overview of the pronunciamiento practice following the Plan of Iguala. This fourth and final instalment in, and culmination of, a larger exploration of the pronunciamiento highlights the extent to which this model of political contestation evolved.

Battle Story

In September 2000 the notorious militia gang, 'West Side Boys' kidnapped eleven British soldiers in Sierra Leone and Operation Barras was launched as the rescue operation. This title presents one of the greatest hostage-rescue success stories with specially commissioned artwork and detailed maps.

Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna (1794-1876) is one of the most famous, and infamous, figures in Mexican history. Will Fowler provides a revised picture of Santa Anna's life, offering new insights into his activities in his bailiwick of Veracruz and in his numerous military engagements. The Santa Anna who emerges is an intelligent, dynamic, yet reluctant leader.