New Vanguard SC (1993 Osprey Military) comic books 2004

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Volume 90 - 1st printing. "Napoleonic Naval Armaments 1792–1815!" Written by Chris Henry. Art by Brian Delf. here were many elements to British Napoleonic naval success but one of the key factors was gunnery. Other countries developed different naval weapons to fit their maritime strategies. The French and Spanish systems developed on similar lines, while those of the Baltic navies tended to rely on smaller craft and weapons. Holland, during this period, was part of the French sphere of influence and this had an effect on the development of its naval weapons. This title describes the systems of all these countries as well as the fledgling navy of America, whose gunnery skills embarrassed the Royal Navy at the height of their dominance. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

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Volume 92 - 1st printing. "Confederate Blockade Runner 1861–65!" Written by Angus Konstam. Art by Tony Bryan. The lifeblood of the Confederacy, the blockade runners of the Civil War usually began life as regular fast steam-powered merchant ships. They were adapted for the high-speed dashes through the Union blockade which closed off all the major Southern ports, and for much of the war they brought much-needed food, clothing and weaponry to the Confederacy.This book traces their operational history, including the development of purpose-built blockade running ships, and examines their engines, crews and tactics. It describes their wartime exploits, demonstrating their operational and mechanical performance, whilst examining what life was like on these vessels through accounts of conditions on board when they sailed into action. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

Volume 93 - 1st printing. "Modern Israeli Tanks and Infantry Carriers 1985–2004!" Written by Marsh Gelbart. Art by Tony Bryan. Over the last two decades, the Israel Defence Force (IDF) has introduced a variety of new AFVs. Old models such as the M48 and M60 have been improved beyond recognition, in the form of the Magach 7. The performance of Israel's indigenous Merkava tank has been similarly enhanced with new variants and the new Merkava 4 MBT has recently entered service. Israeli infantry have also received machines such as the Achzarit assault carrier, the Puma combat engineer vehicle and the Nagmachon and Nakpadon (tank-based carriers intended for low intensity conflicts). This book examines the design, modification and combat history of these formidable fighting machines. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

Volume 94 - 1st printing. "British Artillery 1914–1919!" Written by Dale Clarke. Art by Brian Delf. In 1914 the artillery of Britain's 'Field Army' encompassed those weapons judged to have sufficient mobility to keep up with troops in the field. This book describes all major variants, from the 60-pdr guns of the heavy field batteries, perched somewhat uncomfortably on the cusp between field artillery and siege artillery, to the 2.75in. guns of the mountain batteries, almost toy-like in comparison. Between these two extremes lay the bulk of the artillery of the Field Army: the 13-pdr guns of the Royal Horse Artillery, and the 18-pdr guns and 4.5in. howitzers of the Royal Field Artillery batteries. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

Volume 96 - 1st printing. "Spanish Galleon 1530-1690!" Written by Angus Konstam. Art by Tony Bryan. During the middle decade of the 16th century a new type of sailing vessel emerged, designed to carry the wealth of the Americas to Spain. This was the galleon, and over the next century these vessels would serve Spain well as treasure ships and warships, becoming a symbol of Spanish power and wealth during the period. The development and construction of the Spanish galleon are discussed in this book, and the ordnance and crewing needed to produce and maintain these stately vessels is covered. The author also examines the role of the galleon as a treasure ship, and describes how these ships were manned and fought in action. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

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Volume 97 - 1st printing. "M18 Hellcat Tank Destroyer 1943–97!" Written by Steven J Zaloga. Art by Jim Laurier. The M18 76mm Gun Motor Carriage was developed for the US Army's Tank Destroyer Command. It was the only tank destroyer deployed during World War II actually based on their requirements for speed and firepower. This book examines the development of this vehicle, the controversies over the need for high-speed tank destroyers, and its actual performance during World War II. Special emphasis is placed on examining its performance in its intended mission. Coverage also includes derivative vehicles of the M18 such as the M39 armored utility vehicle. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

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Volume 98 - 1st printing. "British Anti-tank Artillery 1939-45!" Written by Chris Henry. Art by Brian Delf. The rapid development of the tank as an offensive weapon following its introduction in World War I gave artillery theorists cause for concern during the 1920s and 1930s. By the beginning of World War II anti-tank guns had been developed, initially at around 37mm and 2 pounds in weight of shot. By the end of the war, monster anti-tank weapons were being developed, able to penetrate an armour thickness of up to 200mm at a range of 1,000 yards. This book explores the British efforts to keep up in a war of development, which saw heavier and more powerful guns eventually replaced by experimental ideas in an attempt to stop the German onslaught. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

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Volume 99 - 1st printing. "Space Shuttle Launch System 1972-2004!" Written by Mark Lardas. Art by Ian Palmer. The Space Shuttle is one of the oldest and most famous manned launch systems – the only launch vehicle that has been used for a longer period of time is the Soviet (now Russian) R-7 booster. By the start of the third millennium, the Space Shuttle had carried crews into space over 85 times. Although not a military structure, the Shuttle had been sold as an all-purpose launch system to be used jointly for military and civilian purposes. Featuring full-colour photos throughout, this book covers the design, development and operational history of a unique vehicle. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

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Volume 100 - 1st printing. "British Mark I Tank 1916!" Written by David Fletcher. Art by Tony Bryan. In 1915 a machine christened Little Willie changed the way that wars were fought. Little Willie was a fully tracked armoured vehicle that could break a trench system. Its development was completed in December 1915, but by then it had already been superseded by an improved design, Mother. This was the first rhomboid tank, and the prototype for the Mark 1 which would influence a whole generation of tank building. This book details the development of the Mark I, and its surprise arrival in France in the middle of 1916 during the closing weeks of the battles of the Somme. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

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Volume 101 - 1st printing. "Zeppelins: German Airships 1900-40!" Written by Charles Stephenson. Art by Ian Palmer. On 2 July 1900 the people of Friedrichshafen, Germany, witnessed a momentous occasion - the first flight of LZ 1, Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin's first airship. Although deemed a failure, a succession of better craft (LZ2 to 10) enabled the Zeppelin to expand into the consumer market of airship travel, whilst also providing military craft for the German Army and Navy. The years of the Great War saw the Zeppelins undertake strategic bombing missions against Great Britain. This title covers the post-war fate of the Zeppelins, including the crash of the Hindenburg, and their use by the Luftwaffe at the beginning of World War II. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

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Volume 102 - 1st printing. "T-54 and T-55 Main Battle Tanks 1944-2004!" Written by Stephen J. Zalonga. Art by Hugh Johnson. The T-54 and T-55 tanks are the most widely manufactured tanks of all time. They have become ubiquitous to wars around the globe since the 1950s, starting with Hungary in 1956, and including the the Arab-Israeli wars of 1967, 1973 and 1982, the Vietnam war of 1967-75, the Iran-Iraq War of 1980-88, the Afghanistan conflict, Operation Desert Storm, the Yugoslav Civil Wars, and the recent conflict in Iraq. This book will examine the roots of this prolific tank family, starting with the Soviet Army's first attempts to replace the legendary T-34 during World War II, and covering the T-43 and the T-44, the more successful T-54, and its ultimate evolution into the T-55. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

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Volume 103 - 1st printing. "Confederate Submarines and Torpedo Vessels 1861-65!" Written by Angus Konstam. Art by Tony Bryan. The primary Union strategy during the American Civil War was a massive naval blockade of the entire Southern coastline of the Confederacy, and it was in the effort to counter this blockade that the Confederates developed their first submarines and torpedo boats. This book traces the development of these new technologies, including the CSS Little David' and Hunley' - respectively the first torpedo boat and submarine to sink an enemy warship. The wreck of the Hunley' was raised in 2000, and this is the first book ever to integrate details of its recovery with an account of Confederate submarines in action. Softcover, 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.