Introduction /Development /Use /Impact /Conclusion
A fascinating and insightful look at the development history of an iconic weapon that virtually spanned the 20th century from the close of World War I to Yugoslav War.
Martin Pegler has a BA Hons in Medieval and Modern History and an MA in Museum Studies, both from University College, London, and was for many years the Senior Curator of Firearms at the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds. He now lives in the Somme, France, where he and his wife run a small bed and breakfast, which is situated on top of the old German front line! Martin has established The Somme Historical Centre (www.martinpegler.com), where visitors can see the technology used in the 1914–18 trench warfare. In his spare time Martin runs motorcycle tours of the battlefield. He is the author of a number of books including 'The Military Sniper since 1914' (Osprey, 2001) and the highly acclaimed ‘Out of Nowhere: A History of the Military Sniper’ (Osprey, 2004), and he has also contributed to a number of magazines. 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.
"Will appeal to those interested in firearms and to people
interested in 1920s era shootouts between law enforcement and
gangsters." --Greater Games Industry (Spring 2011) "The book
chronicles the history of the world's greatest well travelled gun
analyzing its development, its legacy and firsthand accounts of the
men who used it in combat. [Martin Pegler] provides detailed
information on the experiences of actually firing the Tommy gun in
combat, how effective it was in battle and what could go wrong."
--www.mataka.org (November 2010) "Provides a finely detailed review
of the development, use, and impact of small arms throughout
history. Expert knowledge and first-hand accounts contribute to the
analysis of the Thompson's development and those who used it,
making for an outstanding survey recommended for any military
collection." --The Midwest Book Review (November 2010) "In this
book on the Thompson, author Martin Pegler covers the development,
early years and modifications done to the gun. It also covers the
use of the Thompson by both civilians and the military. Finally, a
look at the impact of the gun is covered. I guess we could easily
say that thanks to Hollywood, most people of the time knew about
this weapon. It is a superb book that is fascinating to read. A
great start to a new series and one that I am positive you will
enjoy. Highly recommended." --Scott Van Aken, Modeling Madness
"Will appeal to those interested in firearms and to people
interested in 1920s era shootouts between law enforcement and
gangsters." --Greater Games Industry (Spring 2011) "The book
chronicles the history of the world's greatest well travelled gun
analyzing its development, its legacy and firsthand accounts of the
men who used it in combat. [Martin Pegler] provides detailed
information on the experiences of actually firing the Tommy gun in
combat, how effective it was in battle and what could go wrong."
--www.mataka.org (November 2010) "Provides a finely detailed review
of the development, use, and impact of small arms throughout
history. Expert knowledge and first-hand accounts contribute to the
analysis of the Thompson's development and those who used it,
making for an outstanding survey recommended for any military
collection." --The Midwest Book Review (November 2010) "In this
book on the Thompson, author Martin Pegler covers the development,
early years and modifications done to the gun. It also covers the
use of the Thompson by both civilians and the military. Finally, a
look at the impact of the gun is covered. I guess we could easily
say that thanks to Hollywood, most people of the time knew about
this weapon. It is a superb book that is fascinating to read. A
great start to a new series and one that I am positive you will
enjoy. Highly recommended." --Scott Van Aken, Modeling Madness
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