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Landmark Military Books :: BENDER BOOKS :: Militaria Books
Roger James Bender founded R. JAMES BENDER PUBLISHING in 1967. Bender books as created the largest knowledge base available to militaria collecters across the globe. Books for collectors of the Third Reich period include German Cross in Gold and Silver, Postcards of Hitler's Germany, Parade Uniforms of the German Army, Uniforms History of the, NSKK/NSFK, Parade & Combat Helmets, German Belt Buckles, Headgear Of Hitler's Germany
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Aiguillettes Of The Third Reich: Bender Books
Wilhelm Saris
Aiguillettes were one of the most indispensable part of the uniform. The extensive text explains the many secondary colour early uses, plus an in-depth uniform study of almost every state and Party organisation. Included are the evolution of patterns as well as hundreds of detailed colour photos of aiguillettes and their parts, plus numerous portraits of the subject in wear. The complexity of this subject is chronicled with detailed information from regulations giving introduction dates and historical development of numerous organisational uniforms. This reference will be the uniform collector’s best friend!. 640pp. 1034 photos/illustrations many of which are in colour
Price: £49.95 |
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Defending The Reich: Bender Books
David Littlejohn
In this work the author gives a history the air war, year by year, and then introduces the reader to the active ground defenses, Flak, Radar, Searchlights etc. The picture is complete with his coverage of Germany’s civil defense structure which includes the Luftschutz, Police and Fire Services, Werkfeuerwhhr, Luftschutzpolizei etc. All of the above organisations are richly illustrated in coloue and b/w period photos and show related uniforms, rank and specialty insignia, daggers, flags, medals, helmets. 680pp. 1573 photos/illustrations many in colour
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DEUTSCHLAND ERWACHE
Ulric & Spronk
Excellent history of the Nazi Party and the German Awake Standards. Very detailed account. 512pp. 753 photos some colour
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Fallschirmjäger - Regiment 3 The War missions
Klaus J. Peters
This in depth photo study with bi-lingual text (English/German) of Fallschirmjäger - Rgt. 3 during its participation in the bloody Crete campaign, action at the Neva River (Russia), the 1st Battalion in Africa, the second mission in Russia, the jump on Sicily, the battle for Cassino and the final struggles in central and northern Italy. The unit's Knight's Cross and German Cross holders are listed and illustrated. 672PP. 824 photos
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GERMAN CROSS IN GOLD Volume 1 “Das Reich”
Mark C. Yerger
This first volume examines the holders of the 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich” from Kurt Amlacher to Heinz Lorenz. Includes comprehensive information on each of the holders of this prestigious decoration along with a combat narrative that actually resulted in the award. Detailed data is also provided for the various elements they were assigned to within the Division and other postings. Heavily illustrated with rare photos and documents, may were provided by the recipients themselves. The illustrations also provide a wealth of information on uniforms, insigina, medals, doucuments and autographs.. An appendix includes the most detailed Order of Battle listing of commands compiled to date, as well as new data on the Divisions Roll of Honor Clasp and Close Combat Clasp in Gold holders. 432pp. 295 photos/illustrations
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GERMAN CROSS IN GOLD Volume 2 “Das Reich”
Mark C. Yerger
This new volume examines the balance of SS recipients, Karl-Heinz Lorenz to Herbert Zimmermann awarded the German Cross in Gold for combats while assigned to the 2.SS-Panzer-Division "Das Reich." The detailed format follows that previously established in "German Cross in Silver Holders of the SS and Police" as well as the initial volume on Gold holders. Full
biographies include promotions, decorations, appointments, and posts with in-depth tangent data. Especially significant are the combat narratives that resulted in the award. Numerous holders of the decoration contributed photos and documents for this lavishly illustrated volume, essential for the historian and SS collector alike. Appendixes examine the Order of Battle development of the armour contingents, a new divisional Order of Battle to platoon level, and element commanders. Finally, an addendum adds newly Waffen-SS veterans, this series breaks new ground in scope and detail. Foreword by Knight's Cross holder Ernst Barkmann. 432pp. 247 photos/illustrations £35.00
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GERMAN CROSS IN SILVER, Holders of the SS and Police
Mark C. Yerger
Among the most sought after and desired awards by collectors, the actual recipients of the German Cross in Silver have never been examined in detail. Now, for the first time, full biographical data and unpublished photo material is available for the SS and Police holders of this elusive award. The award itself is in full color, its recommendation process, and actual award documents are also included. Adding significantly to the biographical information are details of the unit assignments, posts and commands of the recipients. With the SS and Police remaining among the most sought-after information topics by both historians and collectors, this volume fills a significant void in the study of the Third Reich. 208 pages 127 photos & documents deluxe binding
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German Military Cuffbands 1784 to the present
Gordon Williamson & Thomas McGuirl
This single volume provides the collector, uniformologist and military historian with an in-depth reference work covering every known German military cuffband worn from 1784 to present. A careful twining of history, unit involvement, and descriptive text will give the reader a firm grasp of the purpose and use of each cuffband and its historical context. Many never-before published photographs of the bands in wear are an added bonus. Cuffbands of the following formations are detailed: The Hanoverian Army, Freikorps, Heer, Luftwaffe and Kriegsmarine, Waffen-SS/SS-VT, Bundeswehr and the Nationale Volksarmee der DDR. 352pp. over 1,200 photos
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LEADERS & PERSONALITIES OF THE THIRD REICH Volume 1
C. Hamilton
This volume contains an feast of information! The author has blended a unique gathering of autographs, biographoes, and rare photos to give a personal view of Adolf Hitler and the individuals who influenced him as well as the lives and personalities of other individuals associated with Nazi Germany. 480pp. 876 photos and autographs
Price: £35.00 |
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LEADERS & PERSONALITIES OF THE THIRD REICH Volume 2
C. Hamilton
This volume contains an feast of information! The author has blended a unique gathering of autographs, biographies, and rare photos to give a personal view of Adolf Hitler and the individuals who influenced him as well as the lives and personalities of other individuals associated with Nazi Germany. 480pp. 876 photos and autographs
Price: £35.00 |
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Leaders of the SS & German Police, Volume I: Ahrens to Gutenberg
Michael Miller
Himmler's general officers were a diverse and fascinating group of men, consisting of brillliant and not-so-brilliant military strategists, highly educated members of the legal and medical professions, and yes, mass murderers on a grand scale. This first volume provides detailed biographical sketches and photos of 71 senior leaders of the SS and German Police. You will know promotion dates, every position held during their career, decorations received, postwar prosecution, and personal data like family, religion, etc. For the autograph collector examples of signatures are also provided. 528pp. 288 photos 51 illustrations
Price: £32.95 |
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POSTCARDS OF HITLER’S GERMANY 1940/1945 Volume 3
R.J. Bender
The long awaited third volume which covers the war period. This volume will be of particular value to collector’s as it is almost all of the cards are illustrated in colour throughout. This allows for close scrutiny of the various overprints and identification of the numerous colour variations. For added interest, the colourful cards from annexed and occupied countries are also included. 304pp. over 1,000 cards illustrated, most in full colour
Price: £39.95 |
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POSTCARDS OF HITLER’S GERMANY VOLUME 1. 1923/1936
R.J.Bender
Three basic categories of postcards are chronologically covered. Official issue, printed to private order, and for special events. This collector friendly contains hundreds photos in colour 386pp. 1,078 photos/illustrations many in full colour
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TANK KILLERS: HISTORY OF THE TANK DESTRUCTION BADGE
T.Breyette & R.Bender
Full colour obverse and reverse views which cover issue and variant badges. Also includes biographies and photos of 75 recipients. Concludes with an excellent overview of all the weapons utilised by Germany’s Tank Killers. 144pp. 312 illustrations (Badges in colour) Card covers
Price: £39.95 |
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Torpedo Los, The Fascinating World of U-Boat Collectibles
Gordon Williamson
This colour-filled book covers everything worn and used by U-Boat crews. Detailed chapters included are uniforms, headgear, cap ribbons, rank insignia, trade insignia, the U-Boat badge, gallantry and other awards, personal documentation, equipment, weapons, flags, edged weapons, watches, the Kaiserliche Marine and the Bundesmarine. Submarine related memorabilia has always been popular with collectors and none more so than that relating to the U-Boats. 416pp. 1,151 photos most in colour. Large format
Price: £54.95 |
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Waffenrock Parade Uniforms of the German Army
Timothy J. Curley & Neil G. Stewardt
This is the most exquisite book Bender Publishing has ever produced. This book covers all the uniforms that were reserved for parades and ceremonial occasions. All these important uniforms are portrayed in beautiful full colour illustrating every branch of service Waffenfarbe for enlisted men and officers. Also includes rare uniforms as worn by chaplains, Neibelwerfer smoke troops and the Grossdeutschland. Details of their insignia, interior markings and tailoring are covered for each uniform. Additionally the book includes superb selection period photos showing the proper and improper wear of the Waffenrock. This massive book comes in a beautiful, heavy-duty slipcase. 592pp. 1,140 photos, most in stunning colour. Large format. With slipcase
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