This is a fascinating look at the various sanctioned and unsanctioned French security forces operating in occupied and unoccupied France, from the Fall of France to the retreat of the Germans. Obviously there were many collaborators willing to fight the Maquis and their fellow French citizens, if they did not follow Petain's vision of "Work, Family, Homeland!" From the National Police to the Mobile Groups to the various fascist militias, they are all discussed here and their uniforms and weapons illustrated through photos and original artwork. A thin volume, but important in understanding the complex situation which stemmed from France's "partial occupation" and collaborationist efforts. Good research by Stephen Cullen and great illustrations by Mark Stacey.
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