A comprehensive illustrated guide to vehicle markings, tactical signs and camouflage used by the Polish Armed Forces in the West during World War II.

Vehicle Markings of the Polish Armed Forces in the West 1939–1946

This richly illustrated reference work examines the recognition markings, tactical signs, camouflage schemes and vehicle identification systems used by the Polish Armed Forces in the West during the Second World War.

Based on extensive research in the archives of the Sikorski Institute and Museum in London, the author analysed hundreds of documents and thousands of wartime photographs to reconstruct the marking systems used on Polish military vehicles serving under French and later British command. The book explains the regulations governing tactical markings, formation signs, vehicle identification symbols and various unofficial markings that appeared on wartime equipment.

In addition to official recognition systems, the publication discusses camouflage practices, field modifications and individual markings applied by soldiers and units. The material helps readers identify vehicles visible in archival photographs and better understand the organization and operational structure of Polish military formations fighting alongside the Western Allies.

An invaluable resource for military historians, vehicle enthusiasts, collectors, modellers and researchers interested in the Polish Armed Forces in the West.

The book covers:

• Tactical and recognition markings used on Polish military vehicles
• Vehicle identification systems of the Polish Armed Forces in the West
• Camouflage schemes used in various theatres of operation
• Official regulations governing military markings
• Formation and unit signs used between 1939 and 1946
• Individual and unofficial vehicle markings
• Archival photographs and wartime documentation
• Polish military vehicles serving under French and British command

Details:

• Publisher: Vesper
• Language: Polish
• Year of publication: 2019
• Cover: Hardback
• Pages: 390, richly illustrated, many archival photographs
• Dimensions: 17.5 × 25 cm
• Weight: 1.24 kg

Condition:

• Upper corner of the cover and the first 26 pages is slightly bent.
• Apart from this minor storage flaw, the book is in new condition.

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