Asmussen, J./Leon, E. German Naval Camouflage. Band 2: 1942-1945

This book completes a highly original and superbly illustrated two-volume survey of
German naval camouflage and markings in the Nazi era. On first publication in 2012 the
1939-1941 volume was quickly recognised by warship enthusiasts and modelmakers as
a major step forward in the understanding of a complex and much debated topic. It is
already considered the standard reference, and this second volume is keenly awaited.
Although a few crucial documents have recently come to light, this study is largely
based on close scrutiny of all available photos, including many newly discovered,
collated with the first-hand testimony of Kriegsmarine survivors. After decades of study,
the authors are probably the worlds leading experts, and their work challenges many
accepted views, while greatly expanding the general understanding of the subject. The
fruits of their labours are presented in the form of exquisite colour illustrations of every
scheme and variation for which evidence is available. This volume covers all major
surviving ships down to destroyers from 1942 to the end of the war, and adds a new
section on torpedo boats. While there can never be a last word on such an elusive and poorly documented subject, these two volumes will remain the most authoritative work in the field for many years to come.