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The Military History of the Soviet Union – Hardcover. Higham (Editor)The Military History of the Soviet Union and The Military History of Tsarist Russia treat Russian military history from the rise of the Muscovite state to the present, even peeking briefly into the future. The two volumes will cover Russia’s land forces extensively, but will also cover the development of the Russian Navy, and the creation and development of the Russian Air Force, parts of the Russian military machine which are frequently neglected in general writings. The historical analysis will address the development and function of the Russian military whether in peace or in war, as well as the impact of war and changes in the military upon Russian society and politics. KAGAN is Assistant Professor in the Department of History at the U. Military Academy, West Point. ROBIN HIGHAM is Professor of History at Kansas State University. Number of Pages: 328 Dimensions: 1.08 x 8.54 x 5.82 IN Publication Date: November 04, 2003. The Military History of the Soviet Union and The Military History of Tsarist Russia treat Russian military history from the rise of the Muscovite state to the present, even peeking briefly into the future. Number of Pages: 328. Dimensions: 1.08 x 8.54 x 5.82 IN. Publication Date: November 04, 2003. Sorry, our items are NOT available for pick-up. No additional information at this time. You might also like. 303 Automotive Leather 3-In-1 Complete Care – 16oz Case of 6 [30218CASE]. 303 Automobile Tonneau Cover Convertible Top Cleaner – 16oz Case of 6 30571CA. Minn Kota Raptor/Talon Bluetooth Stomp Switch [1810253]. Humminbird LakeMaster VX – Minnesota [601006-1].

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WONDERLAND by Jason Eskenazi SIGNED 2019 HARDCOVER Red Hook Editions. This distinctive volume of the black & white film photojournalism of Jason Eskenazi explores the narrative of the Soviet monolith. The book features double-page spreads that offer a unique perspective on Russia and the former Soviet Union. With stunning visuals and a compact size, this is an unusual collectible hardcover.

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????? Letchiki Soviet Aviation Book (1938) Aeroflot Pilots Stories USSR HC Vtg. A striking 1938 Soviet Aeroflot aviation volume celebrating pilots, flight, and the early mythology of the USSR’s skies-richly illustrated and beautifully preserved. Title (English Translation) : Pilots. Subtitle (English Translation) : Collection of Stories. Edition : Original first edition. Publisher : Aeroflot Editorial & Publishing Department. Place of Publicatio n: Moscow. Country/Region of Manufactur e: Soviet Union (USSR). Number of Pages : 600+. Era : 1930s, Soviet era, pre-World War II, early-20th century. Genre : Aviation history, Soviet history, Military aviation, Aeronautics, Historical nonfiction, Russian literature. Topic: Soviet pilots, Aeroflot history, Pre WWII aviation, Early flight, Aviation technology, Aviation training. Subject: Aviation, Pilots, Aircraft, Soviet Union, Aeroflot, Airplanes, Flight history. Features: Illustrated, Photographs, Diagrams, Technical illustrations, Original boards, Aviation glossary, Pre WWII publication. Special Attributes: First edition, Soviet era printing, Pre World War II, Aeroflot publication, Collectible. Target Audience: Collectors, Historians, Aviation enthusiasts, Military history collectors. Original 1938 Soviet aviation book titled??????? (Letchiki), a collection of short stories focused on pilots, flight, and aviation life in the early Soviet Union. Published in Moscow by the Aeroflot Editorial & Publishing Department, this volume reflects the era’s deep cultural fascination with aviation as both technological triumph and ideological symbol. Langfang, the book features narrative prose alongside period aviation photography, diagrams, and illustrations, including cockpit instrumentation, aircraft in flight, airfields, and technical concepts. Several sections explain aviation terminology and flight mechanics, giving the book added documentary and historical value beyond fiction alone. A particularly notable feature is the endpaper artwork, depicting aircraft formations against a stylized sky-an evocative and highly collectible design element. The boards are exceptional, retaining strong color and presence, making this copy display beautifully on the shelf. An American ownership stamp (Lincoln, Massachusetts) appears on the title page, providing an interesting layer of provenance and Cold War-era transatlantic history without detracting from the book’s visual appeal. This is a scarce pre-WWII Aeroflot publication, desirable to collectors of Soviet history, aviation, propaganda-era printing, and illustrated international books. Hardcover; clean and complete. No writing or markings (with title page stamps the only exception). No tears, stains, odors, or loose/missing pages. Pages 161-176 show a uniform crease across the upper half (see photos); cosmetic only, no paper loss and text fully legible. Light, even age toning throughout. Boards are the highlight : strong, clean, and visually striking. Overall, a very attractive collector copy with honest, well-documented age wear and excellent presentation. 4-8 days, typically 3-5. VINTAGE BOOKS & COLLECTIBLES. Small family-run shop based in Claremont, NH. ? We NEVER use stock images. The book shown is the exact one you will receive. HAVE A LUCKY DAY!

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Discover the wonders of the Soviet Union with this vintage hardcover book published in 1973 by Silva Verlag in German, this book features stunning photography and covers topics like travel, art & culture, history, and the country’s past. Its beautiful dust jacket only adds to its charm, making it a must-have for any collector. This book is part of the Silva Verlag book series and was manufactured in Switzerland. It’s perfect for anyone interested in the Soviet Union, Russia, or UDSSR. Don’t miss the chance to own a piece of history with this unique addition to your book collection.

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Discover the wonders of the Soviet Union with this vintage hardcover book published in 1973 by Silva Verlag in German, this book features stunning photography and covers topics like travel, art & culture, history, and the country’s past. Its beautiful dust jacket only adds to its charm, making it a must-have for any collector. This book is part of the Silva Verlag book series and was manufactured in Switzerland. It’s perfect for anyone interested in the Soviet Union, Russia, or UDSSR. Don’t miss the chance to own a piece of history with this unique addition to your book collection.

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1971 Moslems In The Soviet Union 1st Edition Hardcover Illustrated Name of Book. Number of pages : 131.

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Andrew Reznik’s new book “Soviet Orders and Medals” in English is available now. The book presents all state Orders and Medals of the USSR period from 1918 -1991. Despite the ambiguous attitude to regime of USSR, the communist era left a considerable heritage for descendants, including awards made of precious metals. This popular science publication is designed for collectors as a guide to help identify and gather a systematic collection of Soviet Orders and Medals and inspire a more in-depth study of history. The directory contains over 900 illustrations. Hard cover, 288 pages. The item “2020 NEW Soviet Orders and Medals (1918-1991) By Andrew Reznik Hardcover Book” is in sale since Friday, January 29, 2021. This item is in the category “Books & Magazines\Antiquarian & Collectible”. The seller is “thecopperpennyguy” and is located in Portage, Indiana. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Dominican republic, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, El salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay, Russian federation.

• Year Printed: 2020
• Topic: Soviet Union
• Binding: Hardcover
• Author: Andrew Reznik
• Subject: History
• Language: English
• Special Attributes: Illustrated

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