Description
The Mauser 'Broomhandle' semi-automatic pistol armed soldiers, law-enforcement personnel, adventurers, revolutionaries and others in the years before, during and after World War I. From South Africa to China, this iconic handgun saw combat in a host of conflicts and achieved a prominence in popular culture that has made it a favourite among firearms collectors and enthusiasts.
About the Author
Jonathan Ferguson is Curator of Firearms at the Royal Armouries Museum based in Leeds. Based at the National Firearms Centre, his research interests are in the area of use and effect of firearms, and gun-related mythology and folklore. 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 model maker, he is based in Nottinghamshire, UK.
Book Information
ISBN 9781472816153
Author Jonathan Ferguson
Format Paperback
Page Count 80
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 272g
Dimensions(mm) 248mm * 184mm * 7mm