Have these two new books on my wish list and wondered if anyone has bought them yet.
Rations of the German Wehrmacht in World War II: Vol.2
This new book is the follow-on work to the author s well-received Rations of the German Wehrmacht in World War II. Aided by the discovery of a large body of wartime British Government intelligence reports this volume helps to further unravel the mysteries of the wartime German food industry. Utilizing the successful formula of the first book this volume addresses the Special/Emergency rations of the German military, the feeding of the German soldier during offensive operations, as well as offering a comparison of the German and U.S. Army ration organizations. Lavishly illustrated with photographs, charts, wartime advertisements, and other educational aids this book is a must for every serious collector and historian of the German military in World War II.
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Gulaschkanone: The German Field Kitchen in World War II and Modern Reenactment
‘The German army of World War II fed their men from field kitchens like these. The cooks risked danger and adversity to deliver hot meals to the soldiers at the front. Now World War II reenactors have put the field kitchen back to work. This book looks at the role the field kitchen played in World War II, as well as how a lovingly-restored vintage field kitchen is once again cooking authentic, hot food for hungry German soldiers.’
Hi guys....I can't speak about the gulaschkanone book but I can to the ration book. Jim Pool is a close friend of mine and i can tell you you'll be amazed at the amount and depth of research he's put into both volumes. If there's any more info out there on the subject, its yet to be discovered. The vast majority of items pictured in his books are from his own extensive collection. Quite a few other collectors have contributed items and pictures also. The pictures are large, clear and in color offering a good look at packaging details etc. Period photo's of the rations themselves and their use in the field are included as pften as possible as well. While Vol. 2 is meant to expand on what was presented in Vol 1. it's not necessary to own Vol 1 in order to enjoy Vol. 2. This was done on purpose. Jim's writing style is very friendly and open, not stuffy and clinical. I'm sure you'll enjoy it and want to see more. He's currently developing a book dealing with WW2 era German personal items which will be on the same style as the ration books so they'll make nice shelf companions. If you have more detailed questions, feel free to PM me......best, rich
