The Illustrated History of Pistols, Revolvers and Submachine Guns: A Fascinating Guide to Small Arms Development Covering the Early History Through to

A Fascinating Guide to Small Arms Development Covering the Early History Through to the Modern Age

Author: Will Fowler and Anthony North

The Illustrated History of Pistols, Revolvers and Submachine Guns: A Fascinating Guide to Small Arms Development Covering the Early History Through to

Written by military experts, this essential visual reference guide is for anyone interested in the history of small arms, gun manufacture and conflicts of war. Illustrated with 180 photographs and diagrams, it features the arms that have shaped the conflicts of the last 150 years, with analysis and descriptions.

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This is an illustrated historical reference guide to military, law enforcement and antique firearms from around the globe. It contains the world's most important small guns from the medieval hand cannon and the matchlock handgun to the Luger P08 and today's FN P90. It features famous small arms including the Colt.45, the Browning High-Power M1935, the Smith & Wesson and the Sten submachine gun. It incorporates 180 specially commissioned photographs and artworks, including cutaway diagrams to show internal components and gun operation. Expertly written by leading professionals in their field, this is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of small arms, gun manufacture and war. This comprehensive encyclopedia of small arms is both an authoritative reference work and a stunning visual directory. This book, illustrated with 180 photographs and diagrams, looks at early weapons, then brings readers up to date with the arms that have shaped the conflicts of the last 150 years. Old weapons are often objects of beautiful craftsmanship, both in their workings and their ornate inlay, carvings or metalwork. Just as impressive are the sleek, light and efficient modern designs.Written by military experts, this is an essential handbook for anyone interested in the history of small arms, gun manufacture and conflicts of war.

About the Author

Will Fowler served for 30 years in the British Territorial Army and has written many books on military technology and conflicts from the 1800s to the Second Gulf War. Anthony North has worked for many years at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, giving him a wide knowledge of public and private collections of firearms. Charles Stronge served for six years in the British TA and writes on politics, international affairs and military history. He also worked as an Editor for Jane's Information Group.