2007, ISBN: 9780850459395

Oxford, United Kingdom: Osprey Pub Co, 2007. New book, 48 pages, NVG134. The Russian SA-2, nicknamed 'Red SAM' is history's dominant antiaircraft missile. In 1960 it famously … Mehr…

Oxford, United Kingdom: Osprey Pub Co, 2007. New book, 48 pages, NVG134. The Russian SA-2, nicknamed 'Red SAM' is history's dominant antiaircraft missile. In 1960 it famously downed Gary Powers’ U-2 spyplane, and two years later it was one of the missiles deployed during the Cuban Missile Crisis, which almost sparked a nuclear showdown between America and the USSR. The SA-2 was also deployed in Vietnam, North Korea, Egypt, and even the Gulf War. Using photographs, color artwork, and rare accounts from the weapon’s designers, Steven J Zaloga examines the missile’s development, linking this to its massive impact on Cold War air campaigns, and investigates the design changes that have helped the SA-2 stand the test of time. Contents: SAM Origins; The Spyplane Menace; Operation Anadyr: the Cuban Missile Crisis; Deep Modernization; The Flying Telephone Pole in Vietnam; Operation Kavkaz: S-75 in the 1967-73 Middle East Wars; Foreign Guidelines; Final Refinements; Further Reading; Color Plate Commentary; Index.. Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by Laurier, Jim. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall., Osprey Pub Co, 2007, 5, United Kingdom: Osprey Pub Co, 1989. New book, 48 pages, MAA216. 36 photos, 8 pages of colour illustrations. The German invasion in 1941 led to a series of staggering defeats for the Russians. In the first five months of fighting, the Soviets lost about four million men, amounting to 80 per cent of the total strength of the ground forces at the time of the outbreak of the war. Yet the Red Army managed to hold on. The Soviets had been steadily growing throughout in capability and effectiveness, and after the smashing of the German offensive at the battle of the Kursk salient, they were never again seriously checked, advancing to the ruins of Berlin itself. This title examines the organisation, equipment and uniforms of the Red Army of the Great Patriotic War. Covers The Red Army in 1941, Organisation of the Soviet Armed Forces: The Rifle Forces, Red Army Cavalry, Tank and Mechanised Forces, Other Combat Branches, Red Army Uniforms. Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by Volstad, Ron. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall., Osprey Pub Co, 1989, 5<

1999, ISBN: 0850459397

[EAN: 9780850459395], Gebraucht, guter Zustand, [PU: Osprey], MEN-AT-ARMS - WORLD WAR II ALLIES, Osprey Men-at-Arms - World War II - Allies Red Army of the Great Patriotic War 1941-45, Th… Mehr…

[EAN: 9780850459395], Gebraucht, guter Zustand, [PU: Osprey], MEN-AT-ARMS - WORLD WAR II ALLIES, Osprey Men-at-Arms - World War II - Allies Red Army of the Great Patriotic War 1941-45, The (EX)Manufacturer: OspreyProduct Line: Men-at-Arms - World War II - AlliesType: SoftcoverCode: OSPMAA216Copyright Date: 1989Author: Steven ZalogaPage Count: 48Please review the condition and any condition notes for the exact condition of this item. All pictures are stock photos. The condition of the item you will receive is EX. Our grading system is explained in the terms of sale section of our bookseller page. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Product Description:The German invasion in 1941 led to a series of staggering defeats for the Russians. In the first five months of fighting, the Soviets lost about four million men, amounting to 80 per cent of the total strength of the ground forces at the time of the outbreak of the war. Yet the Red Army managed to hold on. The Soviets had been steadily growing throughout in capability and effectiveness, and after the smashing of the German offensive at the battle of the Kursk salient, they were never again seriously checked, advancing to the ruins of Berlin itself. This title examines the organization, equipment and uniforms of the Red Army of the Great Patriotic War., Books<

1989, ISBN: 9780850459395

Osprey Military Books. Very Good+ with No dust jacket as issued. 1989. Later Printing. Softcover. 0850459397 . A clean tight softcover copy from a meticulous collector. White card covers… Mehr…

Osprey Military Books. Very Good+ with No dust jacket as issued. 1989. Later Printing. Softcover. 0850459397 . A clean tight softcover copy from a meticulous collector. White card covers may show yellowing which is common for books in this series from Osprey, or may have an old price sticker. NO writing, marks or creases. Fantastic uniform and figure painting research material. ., Osprey Military Books, 1989, 3<