British Army 1939–45 (1)

Martin Brayley retired from the armed forces after 24 years as a much-travelled military photographer, and is now a professional photographer and freelance author. A long-time collector and researcher of militaria, his published books - with co-author Richard Ingram - include World War II British Women's Uniforms (1995); The World War II Tommy: British Army Uniforms, European Theatre 1939-45 in Colour Photographs (1998); and Khaki Drill & Jungle Green: British Tropical Uniforms 1939-45 in Colour Photographs (2000).Mike Chappell spent 22 years in infantry soldiering, retiring in 1974 as RSM of the 1st Bn., The Wessex Regiment (Rifle Volunteers). Since beginning to paint military subjects in 1968 Mike has gained world-wide popularity as a military illustrator, and has been a prolific artist and author for Osprey for well over 20 years. He currently lives and works in Kent.

• The British Army between the WarsNew weapons, new uniforms and equipment: the 1937 reforms.Mobilisation & the Phoney WarOrganisation of formations and unitsNorway and France 1940Development of uniforms 1940-44Special-to-role uniforms - airborne, armoured troops, etc.The Second Front - development of uniforms 1944-45

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