<div>Through hundreds of color photos, the bulk previously unpublished, Images of War: M2 Bradley explores Americas premier Infantry Fighting Vehicle in an unprecedented level of detail. Go inside and out the modern-day icon, then ride it into battle through they myriad of photos presented in this book. See why Bradley remains one of the most formidable armored combat vehicles of its class, even as it logs over 35 years of service.The Bradley Fighting Vehicle, made famous through extensive media coverage of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, is given an in-depth examination in this brand new volume. Drawing on the lessons learned in Vietnam, the Bradley was built to provide a highly mobile platform from which infantry could be inserted into the battlefield, and from which the infantry could operate. Its use soon expanded to that of a scout vehicle with anti-tank capability. Despite initial criticism from Congress, the Bradley proved itself very capable on the battlefield, destroying more Iraqi armored vehicles than did the famed Abrams tanks. Through extensive photo coverage, most never before published, this book explores the many variations of the Bradley, including the heavily armed M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System.</div>

M2/M3 Bradley

<div><B>A pictorial history of this powerful piece of artillery, an icon of the Cold War era.</B><BR />  <BR /> In 1949, the US Army wanted an artillery gun that could fire a nuclear warhead in the event that guided missiles and long-range bombers proved insufficient in delivering atomic weapons. The result was the M65 280mm Atomic Cannon. On May 25, 1953, at 0830 hours, an M65 of A Battery, 867th Field Artillery Battalion, let loose with the only nuclear round the type would ever fire.<BR />  <BR /> Six battalions of the M65 would eventually be deployed, most in Europe with one battalion sent to the Korean Peninsula. Though never used in combat, they served as a significant tactical nuclear deterrent. Through historic photos, this volume traces the development, production and deployment of this iconic piece of military equipment from the drawing boards to the Cold War battlefields of Europe.</div>

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M65 Atomic Cannon

<div><B>A photographic history of the</B><B> principal main battle tank of the modern US military.</B><BR />  <BR /> Conceived to counter the threat of a massive Soviet armored incursion in Europe, the M1 Abrams tank gained considerable fame during the Persian Gulf War of 1991, and its combat record has continued to climb. With such a long service life, the Abrams has undergone continual improvements and upgrades, which are illustrated in great detail in this volume. The unique features of the various models are detailed in stunning color photos, and the combat use of these fearsome vehicles is richly illustrated through previously unpublished photos.<BR />  <BR /> The story of the Abrams begins in the late 1960s when the threat of Soviet Armor developments forced the U.S. to look for a suitable replacement for the M60 series. A joint venture between the U.S. and West Germany to build a suitable common Main Battle Tank brought about the unorthodox and terribly expensive MBT70. It never saw series production. When this program was cancelled in 1970, a quest for a more cost-effective tank was begun. The constant development, upgrade, and conversion of the series have kept the Abrams at the forefront of main battle tank technology&mdash;and it has proven itself on the battlefield time and time again. This book, filled with rare archival photos, takes us through decades of its remarkable history, including improvements to its armor, transmission, and engine; the addition of an integrated nuclear, biological, and chemical system; the installation of a layer of depleted uranium and interior blast doors to protect the crew, and more.</div>

M1 Abrams

<div><B>This photo-packed reference </B><B>&ldquo;will be of interest to modelers and military historians alike&rdquo; (<I>AMPS Indianapolis</I>).</B><BR />  <BR /> The ground war in Vietnam pitted a myriad of American tanks, artillery, APC, and trucks against not only the weapons of Communist North Vietnam, but also the terrain. Through archival images, the arsenal of the US Army and USMC are revisited in this informative volume.<BR />  <BR /> From the iconic M113 APC to the M48A3 tank, M551 Armored Reconnaissance/Airborne Assault Vehicle, M151 and M54 trucks, M50 Ontos, M107 and M109 artillery, and M42 Duster, the complete array of vehicles fielded is shown. This book, the first in a series on the US military&rsquo;s weapons, vehicles, aircraft, and naval vessels of the Vietnam War, offers a highly illustrated reference for those wishing to delve deeper into this conflict. </div>

Vehicles & Heavy Weapons of the Vietnam War

<div>Going into WWII, the prevailing strategy of the US command was that tanks were not to be used to engage enemy tanks in combat. Rather, tanks were to be the armored spearhead to breach enemy positions. Enemy tanks were to be dealt with by specialized weapons, aptly named tank destroyers.  While the 3-inch weapon of the M10 was superior to that found on earlier US tank destroyers, it was still found to be inadequate against the ever-increasing weight of German armor. An even larger gun, the 90mm M3, was placed in a new, bigger open-topped turret on 100 new hulls purpose built for this, and by remanufacturing M10A1s, primarily from US-based training units. As the supply of these chassis was depleted, additional vehicles were created by converting Diesel-powered M10s, resulting in the M36B2. The M36B1 was built from the ground-up as a tank destroyer, using a hull based on that of the M4A3 but featuring a standard M36 turret. Examination of rare surviving vehicles indicates that the M36B1 hulls were manufactured expressly for this purpose, and were not merely M4A3 hulls that were converted.  While US antitank doctrine changed, rendering all the tank destroyers obsolete post WWII, many of these vehicles were supplied to other nations, and in fact some survived as combat vehicles into the 21st century.</div>

M36/M36B1 Tank Destroyer

<div><ul><li>Photographic history of the design, construction, and deployment of the famed US &lt;em&gt;Iowa&lt;/em&gt;-class battleship</li><li>Chronicles &lt;em&gt;New Jersey&#39;&lt;/em&gt;s 70+ year history with combat in WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and Lebanon</li><li>Profusely illustrated with scarce archival photographs from diverse collections, including previously unpublished images</li></ul></div>

USS New Jersey (BB-62)

<div><ul><li>History of the design, development, and deployment of USS &lt;em&gt;Tennessee&lt;/em&gt;, survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack</li><li>Chronicles the construction, launch, commissioning, and combat history of the &lt;em&gt;Tennessee&lt;/em&gt;&#39;s 40+ year history</li><li>Profusely illustrated with scarce archival photographs from diverse collections, including previously unpublished images</li></ul></div>

USS Tennessee (BB-43)

<div><ul><li>History of the design, development, and deployment of the US Navy&#39;s famed fleet of PT boats</li><li>Chronicles the construction, launch, commissioning, and combat use of PT boats, including John F. Kennedy&#39;s ill-fated PT-109</li><li>Profusely illustrated with scarce archival photographs from diverse collections, including previously unpublished images</li></ul></div>

PT Boats

<div>The Chinook is one of the most successful and most recognizable helicopter designs of all-time. </div>

CH-47 Chinook

<div>A fantastic collection of images, which showcase the M48 both in combat and in its technical details</div>

M48 Patton

<div>The specific mission of the Marine Corps has led to the development of many unusual and innovative vehicles, amphibious landing craft in particular. </div>

USMC Tracked Amphibious Vehicles

<div>The M42 was an anti-aircraft vehicle, which was pressed into ground combat during the war</div>

M42 Duster

<div>The F-104 served with fifteen major international Air Forces</div>

F-104 Starfighter

<div>Reader will enjoy nearly 300 images of the C-47 and its variants, including the C-53 and AC-47D</div>

C-47 Skytrain

<div>The M60 was the primary battle tank deployed by the US Military from 1960 until the aftermath of Operation Desert Storm</div>

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