From the gigantic multi-turreted Soviet T-35 tank to the US Navy’s mighty Essex-class aircraft carrier and the Nazi’s V-2 rocket Wunderwaffe (“miracle weapon”), The Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War II examines key weapons of every type and from every theater of the war. The volume includes more than 1500 weapons, from handguns and flamethrowers to biplanes and jet fighters. Each weapon system is illustrated with a detailed profile artwork or a photograph showing the weapon in action. Expertly written text provides each weapon’s service history, specifications, and its variants. Packed with artworks, photographs, and detailed information on every featured weapon, The Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War II is a key reference for both the general reader and military enthusiast.