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Us Airborne Units in the Mediterranean Theater 1942-44 Paperback - 2006

by Gordon L. Rottman


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Gordon L Rottman entered the US Army in 1967, volunteered for Special Forces and completed training as a weapons specialist. He served in the 5th Special Forces Group in Vietnam in 1969-70 and subsequently in airborne infantry, long-range patrol and intelligence assignments until retiring after 26 years. He was a special operations forces scenario writer at the Joint Readiness Training Center for 12 years and is now a freelance writer, living in Texas. The author lives in Cypress, Texas.

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  • Title Us Airborne Units in the Mediterranean Theater 1942-44
  • Author Gordon L. Rottman
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition 1st
  • Pages 96
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Osprey Publishing (UK), Oxford, UK
  • Date October 31, 2006
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9781841769202 / 1841769207
  • Weight 0.67 lbs (0.30 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.72 x 7.28 x 0.25 in (24.69 x 18.49 x 0.64 cm)
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: 1940's
    • Chronological Period: 20th Century
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2007270537
  • Dewey Decimal Code 940.544

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One of many "outstanding coverages in-depth military holdings will welcome." -The Bookwatch

"Gordon Rottman has written the most detailed account I've ever read of the organisation and doctrine behind the US Airborne Forces of WW2... it remains a fascinating and very worthwhile read for all students of the use of paratroopers and glider forces." -Rowan Baylis, Armorama (January 2007)

"Rottman packs a wealth of historical background in this title. That, along with pertinent photos and well-conceived maps and tables, I know have a much clearer understanding of the subject. No doubt those with more knowledge of this subject will glean much more from this book than I. Recommended." -Mike Kirchoff, Armorama (September 2006)

"Throughout the book there are outstanding unit organizational charts, maps of various battles and superb period photographs. Overall, another fascinating book from the folks at Osprey. I always learn from these books and find them to be an excellent resource. It is a book you can buy with confidence." -Scott Van Aken, modelingmadness.com

About the author

Gordon L Rottman entered the US Army in 1967, volunteered for Special Forces and completed training as a weapons specialist. He served in the 5th Special Forces Group in Vietnam in 1969-70 and subsequently in airborne infantry, long-range patrol and intelligence assignments until retiring after 26 years. He was a special operations forces scenario writer at the Joint Readiness Training Center for 12 years and is now a freelance writer, living in Texas. The author lives in Cypress, Texas.
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