The Waffen-SS (Armed Protective Squadron) was the combat arm of the Schutzstaffel. Headed by Heinrich Himmler who was ranked Reichsführer-SS (National Leader of the SS), the Waffen-SS saw action throughout the Second World War. Now, finally a book that unveils the shroud of mystery surrounding Waffen-SS camouflage clothing is available through Schiffer Books. Hundreds of authentic items are extensively photographed in close-up to enable the reader to examine and study. Illustrated here, both in full color and in contemporary black and white photographs, this unparalleled look at Waffen-SS combat troops and their camouflage clothing will benefit both the historian and collector.