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Railway Guns of World War II

By Steven J. Zaloga
Series: New Vanguard
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Railway Guns of World War II by Steven J. Zaloga explores the intriguing history and technology of the massive railway guns used during the conflict. The book delves into their development, strategic significance, and deployment by various military forces. Through detailed illustrations and analysis, it provides insights into the role these formidable weapons played on the battlefields of the Second World War.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a keen interest in military history and technology, particularly the massive railway-mounted artillery used during World War II. Written by an expert in the field, it offers detailed insights into the design, deployment, and impact of these formidable weapons in various battles and campaigns. If you enjoy learning about the strategic innovations and engineering marvels from this tumultuous era, this book is likely to capture your interest.

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Railway Guns of World War II

Packed with information, this authoritative and detailed history of World War II's largest and most powerful railway guns is ideal for modellers, reenactors, wargamers, and anyone interested in military technology.

Packed with information, this authoritative and detailed history of World War II's largest and most powerful railway guns is ideal for modellers, reenactors, wargamers, and anyone interested in military technology.

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World War II marked the zenith of railway gun development.

Although many of the railway guns deployed at the start of the conflict were of World War I vintage, Germany's ambitious development programme saw the introduction of a number of new classes, including the world's largest, the 80cm-calibre Schwerer Gustav and Schwerer Dora guns, which weighed in at 1,350 tons and fired a huge 7-ton shell.

Railway Guns of World War II provides an overview of the types of railway guns in service during World War II, with a special focus on the German railway artillery used in France, Italy, and on the Eastern Front. It also analyses why railway guns largely disappeared from use following the end of the war.

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Railway Guns of World War II by Steven J. Zaloga is highly praised for its engaging content and detailed illustrations. It captivates readers interested in coastal defence and artillery, offering a unique perspective on rail operations seldom covered elsewhere, appealing to both history buffs and model enthusiasts.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472810687

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 February 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Osprey Publishing

Illustration: 40 b/w; 7 col

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Peter Dennis

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 182.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 185g

Pages: 48

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Arts & Culture Education & Reference History & Military Military History Non-Fiction Series: New Vanguard Steven J. Zaloga

About the Author

Steven J. Zaloga received his BA in History from Union College and his MA from Columbia University. He has worked as an analyst in the aerospace industry for over two decades, covering missile systems and the international arms trade, and has served with the Institute for Defense Analyses, a federal think tank. He is the author of numerous books on military technology and military history, with an accent on the US Army in World War II as well as Russia and the former Soviet Union. Peter Dennis was born in 1950. Inspired by contemporary magazines such as Look and Learn he studied illustration at Liverpool Art College. Peter has since contributed to hundreds of books, predominantly on historical subjects, including many Osprey titles. A keen wargamer and modelmaker, he is based in Nottinghamshire, UK.

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