In depth analysis of German Alpine Units With over 240 pages of information and nearly 260 images, this 1945 U.S. Military Intelligence Special Report breaks down the history, makeup, equipment and methods of World War 2 German Mountain troops. Highly detailed and illustrated, the report covers everything from training, deployment methods, weapons and even esoteric topics like supply by air and fixed emplacements. Chapters include: UNIFORMS AND INSIGNIA TRAINING IN THE VALLEY AND IN THE FLAT MOUNTAIN WALKING ROCK CLIMBING ICE CLIMBING SKIING WEAPONS: COMMUNICATIONS EVACUATION SUPPLY PREPARED ROUTES AERIAL TRAMWAYS BRIDGING SUPPLY BY AIR SHELTER WINTER OPERATIONS An important primary source, this historical War Dept. publication is very well written and presented. It's insights will please anyone interested in the German Alpine operations and campaigns.
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