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RAF Bomber Command Groups WW II    by peter dancey
Price: $2.99 USD. 14540 words. Language: English. Published on January 22, 2011. Nonfiction » History » Military.

This book details the formation of each of Bomber Command Groups including the Pathfinder Group with the high-speed DH Mosquitoes and the all-Canadian manned No.6 Group. Each group is traced from its inception pre-war the types operated its AOCs and its major operations from September 1939 until VE-Day. The squadrons that made up each group also also detailed with more detailed information later.
Adolf Hitler & His Great Escape - Could It Be True?    by Monica P
Price: $1.00 USD. 1560 words. Language: English. Published on January 14, 2011. Nonfiction » History » Military.

This is an article about Adolf Hitler and discovers the conspiracy theory that he still might be alive.
El Regimiento de la Luisiana-Vol 4    by A. J. Osorio
Price: $1.99 USD. 5520 words. Language: English. Published on January 12, 2011. Nonfiction » History » War.

This fourth of a four volume series contains the official manual of arms used by the regiment during the American Revolution. An English translation helps reenactors understand the steps used in military inspection drills and tactical maneuvers. Illustrated with vintage prints, several over 250 years old, clarify weapon commands. More Reenactors’ Notes useful in living history exhibitions.
RAF Coastal Command Aieplanes and Operations    by peter dancey
Price: $2.50 USD. 33710 words. Language: English. Published on January 12, 2011. Nonfiction » History » Military.

This book takes a look at the airplanes operated by RAF Coastal Command during WW II in the 'Atlantic War'. From the some of the less than adequate home-grown designs: the Botha and Lerwick flying-boat to the highly-capable Cosolidated Catalina and Liberator and Lockheed Hudson. A comprehensive appendix details all 784 U-boat sinkings by the Allies the losses attributed to RAF actions and 'ops'
El Regimiento de la Luisiana-Vol 3    by A. J. Osorio
Price: $1.99 USD. 11930 words. Language: English. Published on January 11, 2011. Nonfiction » History » Military.

The third of a four volume series, designed as a continuation of a practical reenactors guide. More Reenactors’ Notes, not only useful in making uniforms and accruements, but for flag use. Illustrated; numerous pages of reference sources.
El Regimiento de la Luisiana-Vol 2    by A. J. Osorio
Price: $1.99 USD. 13070 words. Language: English. Published on January 10, 2011. Nonfiction » History » War.

The second of a four volume series designed as a continued practical reenactors guide. Begins with highlights of the Siege of Pensacola; followed by a listing of American colonials who became associates of the regiment. Illustrated. Reenactors’ Notes give useful tips in making uniforms and accruements for living history displays.
El Regimiento de la Luisiana-Vol 1    by A. J. Osorio
Price: $0.99 USD. 13640 words. Language: English. Published on January 9, 2011. Nonfiction » History » War.

The first of a four volume series, designed as a practical reenactors guide for recreating a regiment of the American Revolution. Written by a 12-year reenactor; descriptions of the origin of regiment’s region include the Bernardo de Gálvez Gulf campaigns. Essential reading for living history projects. Included is a chronology of events; numerous illustrations and locations for research.
Als Kriegsgefangener in Sibirien    by Ralf Becker
Price: $0.99 USD. 20440 words. Language: German. Published on January 5, 2011. Nonfiction » History » War.

Ein Tatsachenbericht über die Kriegsgefangenschaft in Sibirien eines deutschen Soldaten nach dem 2. Weltkrieg. Überleben unter Extrembedingungen im äußersten Osten Russlands.
The Last of the Nimrods    by peter dancey
Price: $1.99 USD. 8390 words. Language: English. Published on December 31, 2010. Nonfiction » History » Military.

This book was prompted by the retirement of the HS MR 2 Nimrod fleet and cancellation of the MRA 4 in October 2010. It tells the story of the conversion of three DH Comet Mk 2 airliners to C 2(RC) to replace the Boeing RB-29A. The new-build HS MP Nimrod MR 1 airframe to the Nimrod MR 2 upgrade the Falklands War to ISTAR and Special Forces support work with USN P-3 Orion in the war against terror.
Luftwaffe Eagles 109' subtypes    by peter dancey
Price: $1.99 USD. 3330 words. Language: English. Published on December 24, 2010. Nonfiction » History » Military.

This book complements German Fighter Planes of WW II Smashwords Ed it is a chronological reference work detailing the famous Luftwaffe WW II Messerschmitt fighter variants Bf 109V1 with its British R-R Kestrel engine to the K-14 with its DB 605L. The work also references German Aircraft Industry and Production 1933-1945 ISBN 1 85310 864 2 by same author joint Airlife (UK)/SAE(US) publication 1998