In the English-speaking world, it is generally unknown that a volunteer Brazilian Expeditionary Force (FEB) fought alongside the US Army in Italy from mid-1944 until the end of World War II (1939-1945). This was in effect a light infantry division, consisting of three infantry regiments augmented with artillery and light armour. It was supported by a Brazilian Air Force contingent of a light reconnaissance squadron as well as a P-47 Thunderbolt-equipped fighter squadron. Although all weapons, uniform, kit and equipment were either American-supplied or American models, there were distinctive Brazilian adaptations to uniforms and other key pieces of kit. This is a seriously researched volume on a little-studied subject matter complete with a range of previously unpublished photographs and specially commissioned artwork plates. “This 48-page paperback book is illustrated throughout with previously unpublished photos and full-color illustrations by Ramiro Bujeiro. The images illuminate and complement the co-authors' scholarly research. This book is a great source of information about a fascinating subject that is otherwise relatively unknown in the English-speaking world.” ― Toy Soldier & Model Figure (July 2011) Cesar Campiani Maximiano is a Brazilian-based journalist and historian who has spent several years investigating the Brazilian troops that fought alongside the US Army in World War II. Ricardo Bonalume Neto is a Brazilian-based journalist and historian who has spent several years investigating the Brazilian troops that fought alongside the US Army in World War II. Ramiro Bujeiro was an experienced commercial artist who lived and worked in his native city of Buenos Aires, Argentina. His main interests were the political and military history of Europe in the first half of the 20th century. Ramiro died in January 2026. New Mint Condition Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon Guaranteed packaging No quibbles returns