The War Underground 1914–18: Tactics and Equipment

This is a well produced volume with some great images. * Subterranea Britannica *There are plenty of archive photos but this is one where the artwork of Adam Hook is first class and really adds to the main story. * Military Model Scene *Artwork by Adam Hook depicts the miners’ specialised equipment, weapons and uniforms to enhance this interesting 64-page paperback book. * Toy Soldier Collector & Historical Figures *This is well written and illustrated, and covers all aspects of technique, personnel, equipment and key operations * Miniature Wargames *provides an extremely clear and surprisingly detailed account of the development and conduct of mining operations during the War and of the tactics which evolved to overcome the limitations created by static trench warfare * The Military Historical Society *

Simon Jones, a former curator at the Royal Engineers and King’s Liverpool Regiment museums, has written many well-received articles on gas and mine warfare. He is the author of World War I Gas Warfare Tactics and Equipment in Osprey’s Elite series.

Adam Hook specializes in detailed historical reconstructions, and has illustrated Osprey titles on subjects ranging from the Ancient Greeks to the modern Chinese Army.