This illustrated series presents the uniforms and equipment of the United States Army from the nineteenth century to the present day. Each volume combines detailed and informative captions with over 100 rare and unusual images. These books are a must for anyone interested in American military uniforms and the history of the United States Army In the years since the end of the Cold War, the U.S. Army has undergone some of the most dramatic changes in history, becoming a much smaller and more technologically advanced force than ever before. With more than 100 images The U.S. Army Today illustrates the uniforms, weapons, and equipment of the American soldier in this time of change. AUTHOR: Christopher J. Anderson has written many articles on military history, and is the author of Marines in Vietnam, Patton's Third Army and The Fall of Fortress Europe in the G.I. Series SELLING POINTS: ? Illustrated guide to missions of the US Army, its uniforms and equipment ? Offers a glimpse into the lives of soldiers and their combat experiences ? Rare photographs and images, including 8 pages of colour ? Includes images from the end of the Cold War, Operation Desert Shield in Iraq, Operation Restore Hope in Somalia, and Operation Joint Endeavor in Bosnia ? Detailed captions by an expert on American uniform history ? An essential reference for historians, collectors and model-builders 100 images
