CollectiveWomen in Uniform: 1939-1945 (Militaria Guides)

Great book

This is an amazing photo study of uniforms of female troops in WW2. It covers many nations, including Finland and Italy. Great for model builders or costume designers as well as history buffs.

This book contains modern photos of WW2 women's uniforms posed on models. There are no original period photos included. Pictures are sharp, clear and well lit with good text and captions.

The book basically consists of contemporary models wearing mostly period uniforms. As mentioned there are no wartime pictures and very little text. The coverage of allied uniforms was okay. For anyone interested in WWII German Female auxiliaries don't waste your money. There were only three pictures of Female Wehrmacht auxiliaries, two Navy and one Air force. Even with this small sampling I question the wear of certain items and the authenticity of the Navy Cuff title. The coverage of the German Red Cross was better.So as far as allied uniforms are concerned I would rate the book as a 3-4. For the coverage of females employed by the axis powers I would rate the book as a 1.

There are not many books written about women's uniforms from this period, this is a great book that fills that gap. It is very detailed with great pictures on every page, no period pictures but good quality modern pictures of the original uniforms being worn. Very good for re-enactors as it shows how to complete the right look.The book covers a snapshot across the board of uniforms from America, England, France, Germany, Russia and Canada, excellent reference book/guide for a subject not usually well covered.

UK, uniforms covered a bit basic and could really do with covering more!

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