US Combat Shotguns by Leroy Thompson

US Combat Shotguns by Leroy Thompson

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Summary

The story of this key weapon, which has proved its worth in close-quarter clashes from World War I to the cave complexes of Afghanistan.

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US Combat Shotguns by Leroy Thompson

When a soldier must face multiple opponents at close quarters, few weapons can match the effectiveness of the shotgun. From World War I to the War on Terror, the shotgun has been a devastating weapon in the hands of US troops. This book examines various types, from the early combat shotguns through to the trench gun versions used in World War l.

Leroy Thompson has trained and advised military and police special operations units around the world, especially on the tactical use of firearms. He is the author of over 50 books including Great Combat Handguns, and appeared as a weapons expert on documentaries for Discovery, National Geographic and the BBC.

Peter Dennis studied illustration at Liverpool Art College. He has since contributed to hundreds of books, predominantly on historical subjects, including many Osprey titles.

Alan Gilliland is a writer, illustrator and publisher who has contributed to more than 70 Osprey titles.

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ISBN 13 9781780960142
ISBN 10 178096014X
Title US Combat Shotguns
Author Leroy Thompson
Series Weapon
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published 2013-08-20
Number of pages 80
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.