Description
Rugged, reliable and well loved by its users, the gas-operated, magazine-fed Bren light machine gun saw widespread combat in the hands of British, Commonwealth and other troops throughout World War II and beyond. Fully illustrated and featuring first-hand accounts and meticulous research, this engaging study casts new light on the Bren, one of World War II's most iconic weapons.
About the Author
Neil Grant studied archaeology at Reading University, and now works for English Heritage. His interests include firearms, medieval edged weapons and classical and medieval horsemanship. This is his first book for Osprey. Peter Dennis was born in 1950. Inspired by contemporary magazines such as Look and Learn he studied illustration at Liverpool Art College. Peter has since contributed to hundreds of books, predominantly on historical subjects, including many Osprey titles. A keen wargamer and modelmaker, he is based in Nottinghamshire, UK.
Book Information
ISBN 9781782000822
Author Neil Grant
Format Paperback
Page Count 80
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 267g
Dimensions(mm) 248mm * 184mm * 7mm