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Come one! Come all! Beginning in the 1870s, specially built trains transported the circus to eager crowds across the US. Now the magic of these circus trains is captured for all to enjoy in the delightful book. Rare behind-the-scenes photographs display t

Diesel Power on the Southern Pacific -DVD

Powered by a 2,000-horsepower Pratt & Whitney engine, the P-47 Thunderbolt was easily the heaviest fighter produced by the U.S. aviation industry during World War II. Initially criticized for its short range and lack of maneuverability, the 'Jug' was impr

War in Cambodia, 1970-75

Aimed at the buff, historian and modeler. Each volume contains approximately 150 photos and 10 full-color prints showing unit markings, insignia, paint schemes, nose art, etc. Excellent detail with cutaways, exploded views, sectional drawings, model and v

Authorized Ford film, edited by Lorin Sorensen. Subtitled: First On Race Day 1963-69. You are there in history with this great Golden Oldie, when Mustang, Torino, Cougar, Cyclone, CJ, and GT muscle Fords ruled the tracks and streets! Color. 60 min.'

The last major Republican offensive of the Spanish Civil war, the Battle of the Ebro was a vitally important episode in the Spanish conflict and, although ultimately a Republican defeat it proved a severe setback for the Nationalist forces under General F

Mustang Aces of Ninth and Fifteenth Air Force and the R. A. F.

World War I brought with it the fall of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which for centuries had dominated Central Europe. Starting the war with only 35 aircraft, Austro-Hungarian industry went on to produce only moderate numbers of poor quality aircraft. The

The French \145invasion by stealth\146 of her uneasy ally Spain, and the final proclamation of Napoleon\146s brother Joseph as king, led in May 1808 to the spontaneous outbreak of a war of resistance which would be waged with unparalleled savagery for the

In 1884, Thomas Stevens left San Francisco on a Columbia high-wheeler with the incredible goal of becoming the first man to ride a bicycle across the U.S. Not only did he make it all the way to Boston but he then sailed across to London and road through E

Automobile Year enters the new millennium just three years short of its own half-century. During this time it has established itself as the world\'s leading automotive annual, covering every aspect of cars and motor sport. This exciting annual reflects th

The development of this excellent and successful class of warship only became possible after the Anglo-German naval agreement of 1935 eased restrictions on the types of ship Germany could build; even then only five of the class were permitted: the Admiral

\'A very remarkable people, the Zulu\', the British Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli, said on hearing of a fresh disaster in the war of 1879, \'They defeat our generals; they convert our bishops; they have settled the fate of a great European dynasty\'.

Master and Ruler of the sky, the P-51 Mustang was the most feared fighter of its time. Stunning color photography of fully restored Mustangs in flight.'

The exploits of F-86 fighter-bombers in Korea never received quite the same attention as those of their F-86 fighter-interceptor brethren. However, these 'mud-moving' Sabres sported impressive capabilities: they could carry two 1,000-pound bombs, two 120-

Subtitled: History of United States Naval Operations in World War II Vol. X. This tenth volume in the series concludes the account of the battle against the German U-boats for control of the supply routes. It starts with the birth of the antisubmarine Ten

Fought on 14th October 1066 between Duke William of Normandy and Harold Godwinson, king of England, the outcome of the Battle of Hastings irrevocably changed the course of English history. The successful outcome ensured William\'s accession to the English

When Bristol\'s Blenheim was first introduced in 1935, its high speed and impressive range marked it as the world\'s most formidable bomber. When World War II began, the Mark IV was the backbone of Britain\'s Bomber Command and made the first bombing raid

The 13th century was a time of change for knights in England. They were faced with rising costs and increasing demands on their time for local government because of their very status in society, until knighthood itself was sometimes avoided. This period s

The mortar has proved to be one of the most influential and prevalent infantry support weapons of the 20th century. Throughout the course of World War II many different varieties of this weapon were used by the six main armies of the war: Britain, the USA

Horses & Ponies

Take an illustrated, historical look at the fire trucks that elevate water and firefighters via hydraulic platforms and ladders at a fire scene, the aerials. Inside is a comprehensive look at all manufacturers of aerials through text and captions that giv

Moto Guzzi is one of the most evocative names in motorcycling. For over 70 years the company has produced innovative, practical, stylish and exciting machines that have caught the imagination and won races all over the world. Along with Ducati, Moto Guzzi

This is the first book to collect stories of the most important Soviet aircraft, including experimental machines from the early 1900s through to the latest Russian prototypes of today. About 150 types are described, each with data and many with extensive

Waffen-SS

The B-24 was in action as long as the Flying Fortress and participated in as many daylight bombing missions over Germany. Although unable to fly at the same rarefied altitudes as the B-17, the B-24\'s ability to fly faster and further with a much heavier

Nicknamed the \'Bluenosed Bastards of Bodney\' due to the garish all-blue noses of their P-51s and their wartime base in Norfolk. the 352nd was one of the most successful fighter groups in the Eighth Air Force. Initially equipped with P-47s, the group tra

With its innovative twin-boom and supercharged engines, the P-38 Lightning was considered by many the Cadillac of World War II fighters. Rare archival material from Lockheed shows P-38 prototypes and frontline variants at the manufacturer\'s facilities in

The Saratoga campaign was a watershed, and is widely believed to have been the turning point of the American War of Independence. For the first time British regulars were beaten in open battle by equal numbers of Americans. The Continentals bore the brunt

ESS: The Vietnam War 1956-75 -Special

While Scandinavia\'s \'Viking Age\' is one of the most studied aspects of early medieval history, much less has been published about the centuries which followed. Yet the armies of Sweden, Norway and Denmark offer fascinating differences from the rest of

With the introduction of the Twin-Cam engine, Tim Remus saw the need for a book addressing hop-up and repair procedures for both the new engine and the older Evolution motor. His new book covers both factory and aftermarket engines and hop-up options. The

The extraordinary story of how Britain pursued a policy of appeasement toward Hitler at the start of WWII. Compelling accounts of how a whole bunch of foreign policy was developed, how it was carried out, and why it was misconceived. Revealed is what the

ESS: The Second World War: The War at Sea -Special

The authors take you on an in-depth journey of racing from the turn of the century city-to-city races to the modern Indy Car, Formula One, Rally and NASCAR championships, right on through to the history of road racing. Motor Racing is a perfect balance of

Immortalized by Shakespeare, Agincourt is an epic of courage and hard fighting. Brought to bay after the long siege of Harfleur, Henry V\'s army was soaked, starving and riddled with disease, and facing a French army at odds of more than 3 to 1. How the E

Landsknechts

Animals bring out the goodness, humanity and optimism in people and speak directly to our souls. This joyous, inspiring and entertaining Chicken Soup collection relates the unique bonds between animals and the people whose lives they\'ve changed. Such as

Subtitled: Plus XK180 and F-type Concept. Powered by a silky smooth 4-litre V8 engine, the XK8 and XKR have set new standards in performance, refinement and comfort. This colorful guide examines XK heritage through to the famous E-type and then traces Jag

A fantastic look at the British 'workhorse' of the war.'

From the late 8th century, the Vikings were to play a major role in the history of every nation from Ireland to Russia. These raiders from the sea were called al-Madjus \'heathen wizards\' in Spain, they established the dukedom of Normandy, provided the B

A collection of international articles lead us through the Morgan story since the birth of the Plus 8 in 1968. Models reported on include the 4/4, Plus 4, Plus 8, amd the new Aero 8. '

The complete story of Burlington\'s role in the early movement of streamlined trains begins in 1934 with the Pioneer Zephyr and continues through to the 1939 General Pershing Zephyr. Doughty then traces the Burlington\'s streamliners to the entry of the U

From the streets of Mogadishu to the caves around Kandahar, the military might of the United States in the twenty-first century often sits in the hands of a select group of elite fighters from all branches of the armed forces. If a rapid but low-intensity

World War II inspired the invention of weapons the likes the world had never seen before. Witness the technology and battle-zone achievements of such groundbreaking tanks as German Tigers and Panthers, Russian T-34s, and American M3s. Superb aircraft such

Fully revised to keep you abreast of the many changes in the civil aviation scene, this concise volume covers everything from airliners to microlights and balloons - regarded as the single most important book on aircraft registered in Britain and those ov

Written with the same comprehensiveness and in the same eminently readable style as the author\'s previous short history books, this lucid, objective account of America\'s Civil War takes readers from Lincoln\'s election in 1860 and the secession of the S

Subtitled: The Ultimate Home-Made 4x4s for Recreation and Motorsport. A hybrid Land Rover is one made up of parts from two or more different models. Many hybrids have been built with competition in mind - for trials or off-road racing - but they can also

The scope of Britain\'s wartime Middle East Command stretched far beyond the Libyan desert where the 8th Army\'s most famous battles were fought - from Gibraltar and Tunisia in the west, to Iraq and Persia in the east, and from Greece south to the Gulf of

ESS: First World War: The Western Front 1917-18 -Special