Guns of the Reich Firearms of the German Forces 1939–1945 George Markham WWII

Guns of the Reich: Firearms of the German Forces, 1939–1945 By George Markham Arms and Armour Press / Guild Publishing, 1989 — Hardcover with dust jacket.

A comprehensive reference to the small arms used by the German military during the Second World War. Covering everything from standard-issue pistols to rare prototypes, this volume combines technical detail with historical context, making it an essential resource for collectors, historians, reenactors, and firearms enthusiasts.

Contents include:

• Chronology of German small arms development

• Pistols, revolvers, rifles, submachine guns, and machine guns

• Shotguns, grenades, launchers, and specialist weapons

• Ammunition types and markings

• Technical diagrams and operational notes

• Historical photographs of weapons in use

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