PERSHING'S BOYS - Uniforms & Equipment of the American Soldier 1917-1918

ENGLISH VERSION 

PERSHING'S BOYS – The American Expeditionary Forces in France, 1917–1918

Featuring over 400 authentic artifacts and numerous period photographs, PERSHING'S BOYS brings to life the story of the American soldiers who crossed the Atlantic to fight in France during the First World War.

This richly illustrated book offers a fascinating insight into the everyday lives of these men, from their uniforms and combat equipment to the personal belongings they carried with them to the front lines.

Extensively researched and documented using official U.S. Army archives, the book also showcases rare and sometimes unique historical artifacts, gathered through more than twenty years of dedicated research and collecting.

Special attention is given to the distinctive equipment of the U.S. Army Medical Department, the United States Marine Corps (USMC), and the uniforms worn by American officers, highlighting the remarkable diversity of the U.S. Armed Forces during 1917–1918.

A compelling tribute to the soldiers of the U.S. Army and the U.S. Marine Corps, whose service in France left a lasting mark on the history and memory of the Great War.

Main Topics Covered

• U.S. Army Uniforms

• Individual Combat Equipment

• U.S. Army Medical Department Equipment

• Officers' Uniforms and Equipment

• United States Marine Corps (USMC)

• Personal belongings

An essential reference for military history enthusiasts, WWI collectors, historical reenactors, and anyone interested in the American Expeditionary Forces during the Great War.