US World War II Parachute Infantry Regiments

Gordon L. Rottman, Mark Stacey (Illustrator)

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Osprey
20 January 2014

History; Second World War; Regiments

Series: Elite

The parachute infantry regiments were among the most highly decorated US Army units of World War II, and between them they saw action right across the world.

The elite nature of these units led to them being committed to action not only in the way that had been intended; their quality tempted commanders to keep them in the line longer than their light armament justified, and they were tested to the limit. This engaging study traces the story of each of the 17 regiments, from their creation and training in the USA, through their deployments overseas, to their combat jumps and all their battles.

The book is illustrated with wartime photographs, many previously unpublished, and eight full-colour plates detailing the specifics of their uniforms, insignia, and equipment practices, which often differed from unit to unit.

By: Gordon L. Rottman
Illustrated by: Mark Stacey (Illustrator)
Imprint: Osprey
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: 198
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 182mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 240g
ISBN: 9781780969152
ISBN 10: 1780969155
Series: Elite
Pages: 64
Publication Date: 20 January 2014
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Gordon L. Rottman entered the US Army in 1967, volunteered for Special Forces, and completed training as a weapons specialist. He served in the 5th Special Forces Group in Vietnam in 1969-70 and subsequently in airborne infantry, long-range patrol, and intelligence assignments until retiring after 26 years. He was a Special Operations Forces scenario writer at the Joint Readiness Training Center for 12 years and is now a freelance writer, living in Texas. Mark Stacey was born in Manchester in 1964 and has been a freelance illustrator since 1987. He has a lifelong interest in all periods of history, particularly military history, and has specialised in this area throughout his career. He now lives and works in Cornwall.

Reviews for US World War II Parachute Infantry Regiments

Gordon L. Rottman details concise unit histories and assimilation into divisions in the 198th volume of Osprey's 'Elite' series. Coverage also highlights combat uniforms, insignia and personal equipment. And Mark Stacey's color plates offer superb references for modelers. Decidedly recommended! David L. Veres, www.cybermodeler.com