Osprey Warrior 93 : German Infantryman (3) : Eastern Front 1943-1945

This book examines the German Infantryman in the latter part of World War II. Despite being constantly in retreat, often short of equipment, sometimes hungry, cold and wet, and the overwhelming numbers of Soviet troops and armour facing him, the German Infantryman's resistance was always fierce, and although constantly moving back towards Germany, his defensive withdrawals cost the Russians dearly. During this period defensive tactics involved close artillery and tank cooperation, even at small unit level. Containing previously unpublished photographs and poignant first hand accounts, this book explores in superb detail daily life, duties and combat action. Text by David Westwood with illustrations by Elizabeth Sharp.

Contents

• Introduction
• Tactical Operations
• The New Russian Army
• The Kursk Offensive
• Hungary
• On the Retreat
• Counterattack
• Training on the Front Line
• Infantry against Tanks
• Fighting in Berlin
• Hitler Youth
• Conclusion
• Colour Plate Commentary
• Index