The German 88 gun in combat : the scourge of allied armour

This book by renowned World War II historian Janusz Piekalkiewicz presents the history of the famous German "88" in its ground combat role - a role it mastered.

First used by the Legion Condor in Spain, the 88 was soon recongnized as a superb anti-aircraft weapon.

When Rommel turned the 88's on British tanks in North Africa its anti-tank capabilities became legendary.

Over 200 action and close-up photographs show the 88 gun throughout its us in the Second World War on all fronts.

Janusz Piekalkiewicz (1925-1988) was a world-renowned author on many aspects of World War II history.

Over 30 of his books are in print including BMW Motorcycles in World WarII, from Schiffer Military History.