This large-format illustrated volume is the first hardbound book to be published by Luftverlag-Start. Comprising about 160 pages, with unique and previously unpublished photographs, it portrays the battles fought by army units to defend the frontiers of the Reich. The 186 illustrations, thereof 23 in color, are all operational photos from the German side and not Allied postwar photos. Most were taken by German soldiers during the final battles and thus represent unique photographic documents, for by then film was difficult to obtain and photography rare. The black-and-white photos are supplemented by three rare color photos, also taken during the fighting. The photographs, accompanied by extensive and detailed text and maps, are reproduced to the highest possible standard on good quality glossy paper. Among the book's main themes are: Nemmersdorf and Goldap, the Russian drive across the East Prussian border From Königsberg to Pillau - Fighting Withdrawal in Samland, East Prussia April 1945 (Panther photos) The 1st Marine-Schützen-Division actions at the Oder in the Zehden Bridgehead in February 1945 The fighting in Silesia in spring 1945 (Panther photos) The battle for Fortress Breslau Actions by the "Hermann Göring" Fallschirmpanzerkorps at Bautzen and Görlitz in April 1945 (Panther photos) The Führer-Begleit-Division in the fighting in Lauban (Panther photos) The SS-Freiwilligen-Brigade "Wallonien" and the 4th SS-Polizei-Division in the Battle for Pomerania SS-Panzer-Jäger-Abteilung 560 z.b.V. in action at the Oder (Hetzer photos) The action against the Russian Bridgehead over the Oder at Küstrin and "Fortress Küstrin" (Panther- and Hetzerphotos) Heiligenbeil and Oxhöfter Kämpe - the fight about the pockets at the Haff and the Danziger-Bucht Hardbound with dust cover, large-format 25 x 28 cm, 160 pages, 186 photos, thereof 23 colorphotos, 13 maps The book is published in german / english!

Endkampf : um das Reichsgebiet 1944/45

History

Axel Urbanke

Military

Luftfahrtverlag-Start

To the Allies they were target number one - the German submarine tankers. The Allied hunter-killer groups had express orders to sink the tankers first. The enemy knew that the German submarine tankers made it possible for U-boats to operate off the east coast of the United States, South Africa, the west coast of Africa and the Caribbean. Unlike conventional tankers, these large Type XIV submarines, also known as "milk cows," could reach their areas of operation without being discovered. The submarine tankers carried sufficient fuel, provisions, torpedoes and spare parts for up to 24 U-boats, doubling or tripling their normal endurance. The "milk cows" also carried a doctor who could treat sick or injured crewmen. In 1942 the submarine tankers were able to rendezvous with the combat submarines at prearranged locations largely undisturbed. In 1943, however, all this changed. From the beginning of the year, the Allies succeeded in decoding German radio transmissions and from these intercepts learned where the tankers and operational boats would be meeting. From then on the tankers were hunted down relentlessly. Wherever the "milk cows" surfaced, Allied anti-submarine groups were waiting. Rapid transfer of supplies, often in bad weather, rendezvous points changed at the last minute, and attacks by Allied ASW aircraft became a part of everyday life for the "milk cow" crews. They often worked to the limits of their physical and mental endurance to complete their mission. In the end, all of the submarine tankers were sunk by the Allies, the last in the summer of 1944. Hundreds of men went down with the submarines. The story of the ten German submarine tankers in the Second World War has never been thoroughly documented in words and pictures. This book describes the difficult submarine tanker operations and the war waged by the crews against the power of the sea and the Allied anti-submarine forces and thus fills a significant gap in the history of the German submarine arm. This book has over 300 wartime B+W photos which also includes 5 rare photos in color. Also included are 33 color maps and 9 color profiles. A bonus CD is also included with the book at no extra charge. It contains 30 table of operations for the U-Boot Tankers (one tabel per operation). Each table contains all the informtion pertaining to each single U-Boot supply mission, the U-Boat commander, the time of meeting, time of refueling, end of refueling, proviant times, information about any problems (ex. pipe cuttings, people overboard and so on), air attacks and much more.

Suppliers of the Grey Wolves: The Story of the German Submarine Tankers 1941-44 (English and German Edition)

Luftfahrt Verlag, Germany

The "Brandenburg" Panther Battalion and its prior history as I Battalion of Panzer-Regiment 26 in the final year and a half of the Second World War. More than 200 photographs and 27 color maps.

The Panzer-Battalion "Brandenburg" 1945 and its Prehistory as I./Pz.Rgt. 26

Wolfgang Ockert

U-Boot im Focus / U-Boat in Focus No 10

U-Boot im Focus / U-Boat in Focus No 11: U-64, U-586, Lorient

Luftfahrverlag

June 22, 1941. The Invasion of Russia. For the first time, this operation is seen in full color through the eyes of German Medical Officer, Lieutenant Herman Turk. During his time with the 3rd Panzer Division, he kept a written and visual record of his experiences.The armored division attacked near Brest-Litovsk and continued on to engage in fierce fighting at the Beresina and Dniepr. Dr. Turk continued his diary as the division then turned southward to close the Kiev pocket and prepare for the assault on Moscow. In these insightful and unvarnished entries, he described the advance on Orel and the inevitable arrival of the unforgiving Russian winter. To illustrate these events, he took over 450 color slides, as well as b&amp;w photos. A remarkable undertaking, as his duties tending the wounded and dying were surely overwhelming at times. At the end of 1941, the advance halted within sight of the Soviet capital. Both photos and writing ceased at this time as well, as Dr. Turk was severely wounded. From this amazing collection, the publisher has chosen 230 color images and 200 b&amp;w photos. Together with the diary entries, what emerges is a unique journal from an unusual perspective.

To The Gates of Moscow with the 3rd Panzer Division (English and German Edition)

Dr. Hermann Turk

Luftfahrt Verlag

In cooperation with Peter Petrick, Gerhard Stemmer and Ulf Balke, we present the first volume of the most comprehensive work to date about the emblems of the flying units of the Luftwaffe. The research behind the series has taken the better part of twenty years. Since Karl Ries' books in the 1960s and 70s, there has not been a publication which has delved into this subject in depth while incorporating all the latest knowledge. Each volume will contain several hundred mostly unpublished black and white and color photos, as well as detailed information about the emblems. The emblems themselves will be depicted in large illustrations. The volumes will also contain many unit emblems which have never before been published or identified, as well as variants of unit emblems. The book series will therefore be of interest both to modelers and those with an historical interest in the Luftwaffe. Volume 1 deals with tactical and strategic reconnaissance units and weather reconnaissance units. Photos: 412 Format: 25 x 28,5 cm large-format, Hard cover plus dust jacket

Embleme der Luftwaffe - Band 1

Peter Petrick

Gerhard Stemmer

Ulf Balke

Revised edition 24 extra pages with seven new photos! Plus all the photos have been enhanced and look great! This large-format illustrated volume is revised from the original book published by Luftverlag-Start in 2009 Comprising about 184 pages, with more pages, photos and improved maps It portrays the battles fought by German army units to defend the frontiers of the Reich. The 186 illustrations, thereof 23 in color, are all operational photos from the German side and not Allied postwar photos. Most were taken by German soldiers during the final battles and thus represent unique photographic documents, for by then film was difficult to obtain and photography rare. The black-and-white photos are supplemented by three rare color photos, also taken during the fighting. The photographs, accompanied by extensive and detailed text and maps, are reproduced to the highest possible standard on good quality glossy paper. Among the book's main themes are: • Nemmersdorf and Goldap, the Russian drive across the East Prussian border • From Königsberg to Pillau - Fighting Withdrawal in Samland, East Prussia April 1945 (Panther photos) • The 1st Marine-Schützen-Division actions at the Oder in the Zehden Bridgehead in February 1945 • The fighting in Silesia in spring 1945 (Panther photos) • The battle for Fortress Breslau • Actions by the "Hermann Göring" Fallschirmpanzerkorps at Bautzen and Görlitz in April 1945 (Panther photos) • The Führer-Begleit-Division in the fighting in Lauban (Panther photos) • The SS-Freiwilligen-Brigade "Wallonien" and the 4th SS-Polizei-Division in the Battle for Pomerania • SS-Panzer-Jäger-Abteilung 560 z.b.V. in action at the Oder (Hetzer photos) • The action against the Russian Bridgehead over the Oder at Küstrin and "Fortress Küstrin" (Panther- and Hetzerphotos) • Heiligenbeil and Oxhöfter Kämpe - the fight about the pockets at the Haff and the Danziger-Bucht

Endkampf : um das Reichsgebiet 1944/45 Ostfront 2nd Edition

U-Boot im Focus No. 14

Author: Axel Urbanke ISBN: 978-3-941437-40-1 Pages: 240 Photos: 54 colour- and 170 B/W-photos Illustrations: Format: 13 coloured mashine profiles 14 coloured maps 25 x 28,5 cm large-format, Hard cover plus dust jacket The specialist literature includes extensive and well-illustrated publications about many German Jagdgeschwader and Jagdgruppen; however, one Gruppe which in terms of photos has been in a deep sleep for a long time is I.(J)/LG 2. Despite the fact that fighter pilots who later became well known, men like Ihlefeld, Geißhardt, Marseille, Harder, Strakeljahn and Kemethmüller, flew their first operational sorties and scored their first victories with the unit, the photographic material available to those with an interest in the unit is limited. Now, however, with Volume 3 in our Photographed by Soldiers series we can offer all fighter enthusiasts unique photo material. The foundation of this book is a collection of color slides in the estate of a former war reporter who accompanied I.(J)/LG 2 from the Channel in 1941, through the Balkans to Russia. He was with the unit in Russia in 1942 when it was renamed I./JG 77. With JG 77, in the summer of 1942 he took the last photos showing the commander of the Geschwader, Maj. Gollob, and his aircraft. The color images provide completely new and unexpected information about camouflage schemes, Staffel colors and emblems. To provide a complete picture of I.(J)/LG 2's operational history, the color images are supplemented by impressive and never before seen black-and-white photos from the estates of various pilots and technicians who served with the Gruppe. The book is published in German / English!

Mit der Kamera an der Front- Als Kriegsberichter bei der I.(J)/LG 2 und dem JG 77

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