The Führer's weapons in the service of France

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The book explores a little-known chapter in military history. After the defeat of Nazi Germany's armed forces, French-controlled weapons production by the Mauser plant played a vital role for French and colonial troops operating in Southeast Asia. This establishment, located in the French-influenced zone of German territory, contributed to the rebirth of the war machine of the French Republic. The book precisely analyzes numbers, quantities and dates, dividing the story based on specific weapon models. It also examines the operational tactics used by the French Army during the colonial war, some of which were later adopted by the US Army as well. The work offers a detailed look at the equipment of the time thanks to a rich iconographic contribution of period images.