Alejandro de Quesada is a Florida-based military history writer, an experienced researcher, and collector of militaria, photos, and documents. He runs an archive and historical consultancy for museums and films and has written over 100 articles and over 25 books.Johnny Shumate is a freelance illustrator living in Nashville, Tennessee. He began his career in 1987 after graduating from Austin Peay State University.Alan Gilliland is a writer, illustrator and publisher who has contributed to more than 70 Osprey titles. is a writer, illustrator and publisher who has contributed to more than 70 Osprey titles.