Osprey Warrior Series SC (1993-2011 OSPREY) comic books 2004
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Issue #87-1ST
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Volume 87- 1st printing. "Italian Arditi!" Written by Angelo Pirocchi . Art by Velimir Vuksic. The Italian Reparti d'Assalto (Assault Units) of World War I were a truly elite force. The word ardito (pl. arditi) means bold or daring, and, as their name suggests, their role required courage, as well as specific combat skills. This book takes a close look at the origins, training, dress, weaponry and equipment of the Arditi, and examines the daily life, motivation and combat role of these elite soldiers. The legacy of their identity is also examined, in the presence of D'Annunzio and rise to power of Mussolini in post-war Italy. Softcover, 64 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $18.95.
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Issue #89-1ST
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Volume 89- 1st printing. "US Cavalryman 1891-1920!" Written by Alexander Bielakowski. Art by Raffaele Ruggeri. Following the Battle of Wounded Knee in 1890, the US Cavalry were called into action again with the declaration of war against Spain in 1898. In the years that followed, cavalrymen saw action in a wide variety of theaters. This title takes a close look at the formation and experiences of the average cavalryman in this fascinating period of change and development, and also considers the cavalry officer corps. Numerous developments in dress, training, equipment, weaponry and tactics are all covered here. Softcover, 64 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $18.95.
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Issue #90-1ST
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Volume 90- 1st printing. "US Marine Corps Tank Crewman 1965-70!" Written by Ed Gilbert. Art by Howard Gerrard. By 1960, following Korea, tanks and their crews had proved themselves to be a fundamental part of the Marine Corps' combined arms team. When the Marines were ordered to Vietnam in 1965, they took their tanks with them. This book explores this decision, which created a political storm. The presence of the tanks became a lightning rod for accusations of an 'escalation' of the war. Nevertheless, the tanks not only proved their value in the anti-guerrilla campaigns, but also amid the bitter conventional fighting and extraordinary casualties at Hue City. The ability to undertake such radical change and to prevail demonstrated the versatility, courage and tenacity that are the hallmarks of the 'ordinary' Marine. Softcover, 64 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $18.95.
