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.
Two decades ago, the United States armed forces launched its largest
offensive operation since the D-Day landings in World War II. The nature
of the war was vastly changed; here was a purely desert environment,
with sweltering heat during the day and bitter cold at night, making new
demands on the men and their equipment.
Indeed, the need for speed during the build-up in Saudi Arabia created
shortages of many desert-specific items, resulting in the deployment of
troops variously clad and equipped. Many weapons and items of equipment
were seeing combat for the first time together with new and
sophisticated electronics gear.
In this book, G.I.s from all the branches of the U.S. armed forces are
illustrated together with the many specialist units that have grown in
importance over the last few decades.