The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Military Insignia of the 20th Century; A comprehensive A-Z guide to the badges, patches and embelishments of the world's armed forces
Secausus, New Jersey: Chartwell Books, Inc., 1986. Presumed First U. S. Edition, First printing. Hardcover. 224 pages. Oversized volume, measuring 12 inches by 9 inches. Profusely illustrated (many in color). Includes a History of Military Insignia, A-Z of Military Insignia, Bibliography, Index, and Acknowledgments. Guido Rosignoli is a military artist of considerable repute. He has illustrated several books on the flags of the Napoleonic Wars for the Osprey Men-at-Arms series. This book is a comprehensive, illustrated guide to the insignia of the world's major armed forces in the twentieth century. It covers the badges of the armies, navies, air forces, special forces, and paramilitary formations from World Wars 1 and 2 to the present day. Condition: Very good / Very good.
Keywords: Military Insignia, World War I, World War 2, Armed Forces, Shoulder Patches, Proficiency Badges, Skill-at-Arms Badges, Rank, Helmet Markings, Military Embellishments, Cap Badges, Collar Insignia, Lanyards, Chevrons, Piping
ISBN: 1555210856
[Book #79691]
Price: $65.00