by Philip Jowett.
Softcover (7.0×10.0 inches). 128 pages. 2026.
Subtitle: Casemate Illustrated
In most respects, this second volume outlining German participation in the North Africa campaign mimics the strengths of the previous volume. Again, a lot of the information I gleaned from AfrikaKorps at War 1941-1943: Casemate Illustrated Special (reviewed in the March 2026 AAR and up on hmgs.org) was not quite deleted from my immediate brain RAM.
And again, the volume is another well-illustrated and well-written overview of WWII North African warfare. Besides main combat operations, mini-bios of commanders, weapon sidebars, and other ancillary aspects are in sidebars. The one on mines is particularly good (p89-91).
One typo: “points defenses” needs an “‘” (p47).
Again, the Casemate Illustrated volumes offer a nicely curated group of illustrations showcasing German, Italian, and British forces — man, I should just say “ditto” to the other review. The booklet contains 138 black and white photos, 12 color photos, four color maps, two color illustrations, and 11 color camouflage illustrations (four aircraft and seven vehicles).
Ditto. I mean…
Enjoyed it.
— Reviewed by Russ Lockwood
