This book by renowned World War II historian Janusz Piekalkiewicz presents the history of the famous German “88” in its ground combat role – a role it mastered.
First used by the Legion Condor in Spain, the 88 was soon recongnized as a superb anti-aircraft weapon. When Rommel turned the 88’s on British tanks in North Africa its anti-tank capabilities became legendary.
Over 200 action and close-up photographs show the 88 gun throughout its us in the Second World War on all fronts.
Janusz Piekalkiewicz (1925-1988) was a world-renowned author on many aspects of World War II history. Over 30 of his books are in print including BMW Motorcycles in World WarII, from Schiffer Military History.[AuthorName]By (author) Janusz Piekalkiewicz[/AuthorName][AuthorBio][/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]250+ b/w photos[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle][/SubTitle][ColorPattern]250+ b/w photos[/ColorPattern]