Mortars were used throughout the Second World War by all armies and in all theatres. Although a very simple weapon they could greatly enhance the firepower of i

The mortar has proved to be one of the most influential and prevalent infantry support weapons of the 20th century. Throughout the course of World War II many d

Discusses the origins, developments, and effectiveness of pistols, rifles, machine guns, mortars, grenades, and other weapons used during World War II, on a cou

This book is about the development of the modern infantry mortar, from its origin during the First World War, through its evolution during the inter-war years,

As infantry units advanced across Europe the only support they could rely on from day to day was that provided by the heavy weapons of their own units. While th