Автор: James M. McKeown
Издательство: Centennial Photo
Год издания: 2001
isbn: 0931838339, 0931838347
Количество страниц: 906
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
This dual language Chinese/English edition is beautifully designed. This series has an introductory calligraphic introduction by Yang Zhao Ting, the former president of the National Chinese WuShu Association. The writer of the series, Geng Jun, studied under Su Xi, Su Fa and Li Zhuan Yuan. There are general notes and demonstrations of the Shaolin stances for the entire series. There's also a nice short color section on students and Geng Jun's activities. The side-by-side Chinese and English make this a very useful text with clear instructions. THIS BOOK teaches one of Shaolin's more famous forms. The Plum Blossom design is a five petaled cross. In the old days monks would train on poles six feet in the air moving form one to another planted in this Plum Blossom design. This Kung Fu form has some leaps and light legged stances representing the actions on the balance poles.
Автор: Terry Spohn
Издательство: Kalmbach Publishing Company
Год издания: 1997
isbn: 0890242682
Количество страниц: 105
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
The tanks and other armored vehicles of modern armies have been adapted in a variety of ways to the changing terrain and the tactics and weapons of combat. Now you can recreate this variety by converting available kits to recreate actual vehicles with the techniques described in this book. Turn the pages and take on projects like: The Stalingrad T34 Modeling external armor plate Airbrushing armor Panzer IV/70 (A) Vietnam M3 half-track Panther Ausf A Basics of detailing armor Iraqi T62 Sherman tanks.
Автор: Didier Boursin
Издательство: Firefly Books
Год издания: 2001
isbn: 1552096165, 1552096262
Количество страниц: 66
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
Origami is an ancient art, yet modern paper folders can still invent fascinating new folds. Origami Paper Airplanes is filled with new and outstanding folds that will delight, amuse, and inspire paper folders of all ages. They offer a wide variety of designs that are rated according to skill level. Everyone, from beginners to experienced folders, will find something here to delight the hand and eye. Each book opens with four pages of instructions in basic folding techniques, the symbols used in the book and a discussion of the various papers you work with. Then come the specific folds - Origami Paper Airplanes offers 28 different designs of aircraft that include traditional planes, new creations, and other flying objects such as windmills and frisbees. Extremely detailed technical drawings, in color, accompany the reader every step of the way from the very first crease through to the remarkable finished creation. With their elegant and fascinating folds, these are among the most innovative origami books available. They are suited for folders of all ages and skill levels. Thoroughly tested and carefully designed instructions make it possible for anyone to achieve results on the first try.
Автор: Globe Printing Company
Издательство: Globe Printing Company
Год издания: 1922
Количество страниц: 98
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
The purpose of this yearbook, or annual review, was to record in photographs the principal achievements and activities of the members of the Second Division, United States Army, from January 1st, 1921, to May 1st, 1922. Included are group portraits of companies and other units, pictures of maneuvers, sports teams, distinguished visitors, holidays, tanks, horse shows, and other scenes of life within the Division at its garrisons around San Antonio, Texas.
Автор: Roger V. Lucy
Издательство: Service Publications
Год издания: 2005
isbn: 1894581288
Количество страниц: 26
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
Canada in the 1920s and 1930s only had small armed forces, a limited defence budget and equally limited armament production facilities. Despite that attempts were made to adopt new ideas which included mechanisation of infantry and artillery units though the cavalry still retained horses. Plans to buy armoured cars came and went, but in 1932 firm decisions were made and two armoured cars were ordered. One each were to be built by Ford and Chevrolet using parts available from current production trucks. Patterned on an existing British Crossley design and produced in mild steel not armour plate, they were intended to train units and also to find any problems in manufacturing such vehicles if needed. The first stumbling block was to obtain suitable rear axles as a 6x4 layout was called for and such vehicles were not produced in Canada. The Chevrolet vehicle used a British Leyland unit while the Ford one used a suitable design from its American parent company. Although very similar in appearance, there were some differences. The Ford car used twin rear wheels while the Chevrolet one used single wheels. Body panels were welded together though it was expected than any production cars would be riveted. Delays in obtaining suitable AFV-pattern Vickers machine guns meant that they were initially used without any armament. Trials showed good and bad points from different mobility in sand and muddy conditions as well as a lack of rain proofing. By the time trials were completed ideas on armoured car design had moved away from boxy 6x4 designs. Only the two pilot vehicles were built, they served until around mid-1941 when they were superseded and generally disappeared from the records, presumed scrapped. Although they did not make a big impact on armoured vehicle development - Canadian wheeled AFVs built in WW2 owed little or nothing to them - they are nevertheless interesting vehicles to study in their own right. The author has put together their story from available sources and his account is backed up by period photos, data tables, a breakdown of markings which changed several times in their relatively short lives and a set of 1/35 scale plans which cover the similarities and differences of the two cars. An unusual subject which not many people will know about, though specialist this is a good account and ideal for someone wanting something out of the ordinary.
Автор: Yasuo Ohtsuka
Издательство: Hobby Japan Publications
Год издания: 1994
isbn: 489425039X
Количество страниц: 192
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
This book focuses just on photos of jeeps used in the Pacific theatre. Chapters are: Jeeps in Australia; jungle usage in New Guinea; jeeps and jeepneys in the Philippines; Pacific Island combat; the Kurogane 4x4 japanese light vehicle; Burma, China, Okinawa; Occupation of Japan; Korean War service. Highly recommended. The book is in Japanese but English photo captions are also given.
Автор: Michael J. Gething
Издательство: Arms & Armour Press
Год издания: 1982
isbn: 0853685460
Количество страниц: 70
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
With over 100 black and white aviation photos specially selected for their rarity and interest for this all-picture Warbirds Illustrated series. Military aircraft from Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, East Germany, Hungary, Poland, Romania and the Soviet Union are represented.
Автор: Jorge Alvear, Mig Jimenez, Michael Kirchoff, Adam Wilder
Издательство: Osprey Publishing
Год издания: 2006
isbn: 1841769290
Количество страниц: 84
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
The Soviet T-34 was the most influential tank design of World War II, with its sloping armour, heavy hitting firepower and rapid mobility. It first saw combat in the summer of 1941, and its qualities soon set it apart from other medium tanks of the period. However, its battlefield superiority did not last long, and it was soon matched by German designs such as the Panther. Several models, designated by years, were produced between 1940 and 1943, featuring changes such as upgunning (model 1941) and redesigning the turret (model 1943). More T-34s were produced by the Allies than any other tank. The T-34-76 was produced until mid-1944, when it was replaced with the better armed T-34-85, the subject matter of a planned future Osprey Modelling title. The modeling community is well served with several full kits and a plethora of aftermarket items to cater for the interest in the T-34/76, and it remains one of the most popular World War II Allied modeling topics with new kits being released. This title guides the reader through the basics of assembly and finishing, before progressing to more advanced modelling projects using conversion kits and extensive scratchbuilding. It covers both 1/35- and 1/76-scale versions of the T-34/76.
Автор: Sam Savitt
Издательство: A Studio Book
Год издания: 1981
isbn: 0670282596
Количество страниц: 98
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
This practical drawing guide reveals the secret drawing techniques of Sam Savitt, America's equine artist. He demonstrates how to draw the different parts of a horse, from the head to the hocks, the horse in motion, and the kinds of horse and riding techniques.
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