Along the Neva

Along the Neva : German Paratroops of the 1st Battalion; 3rd Fallschirmjäger Regiment on the Russian Front • Sept.-Nov. 1941

This book presents in words and images the first operational use of German paratroopers in the Russian campaign, and also the first time they served as conventional infantry. Focusing specifically on the 1st Battalion of the 3rd Fallschirmjäger Regiment, it describes the horrific weather, and unspeakable living and fighting conditions endured by these elite soldiers who were deployed in the trenches near the Neva River in northern Russia. Outnumbered in men and equipment, they fought bravely and with distinction, never faltering in their mission. Included with the operational history, are recollections and reminiscences of surviving veterans. This book presents in words and images the first operational use of German paratroopers in the Russian campaign, and also the first time they served as conventional infantry. Focusing specifically on the 1st Battalion of the 3rd Fallschirmjäger Regiment, it describes the horrific weather, and unspeakable living and fighting conditions endured by these elite soldiers who were deployed in the trenches near the Neva River in northern Russia. Outnumbered in men and equipment, they fought bravely and with distinction, never faltering in their mission. Included with the operational history, are recollections and reminiscences of surviving veterans. unique small unit history of the Fallschirmjäger in Russia

• unique small unit history of the Fallschirmjäger in Russia
• operational history, first-person accounts, rare documents and photographs
• author’s acclaimed “Ramcke Brigade” book recently published

Size: 9.0in x 12.0in  |  Pages: 176  |  over 130 color/bw images, maps