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About this book:
Franz Joseph I and Karl. These emperors ruled a multi-ethnic empire destined to become one of the central powers in World War I. In addition to the studio portraits shown, the candid photos offer an authentic view of life in the trenches and on the battlefield. Each photo has been carefully chosen and researched to offer the reader detailed information on the k.u.k (royal and imperial) Empire’s air, motor, and medical corps, as well as infantry, artillery, pioneer, and railroad troops. There are chapters covering highly decorated elite units, such as the Bosnian and the Kaiserschützen. A full color section of heretofore unpublished photos of original head dress, uniforms, equipment, and accessories used by the k.u.k armed forces provides valuable information on the materials, markings, stamps, and construction of field caps, cavalry helmets, and flight gear. Also included in this section are pilot badges and cap and collar insignia. An indispensable resource for all historians, collectors, re-enactors, war gamers, and model builders. By Spencer A. Coil. 352 page hardcover book with over 550 black & white and color photos.