Kettenhund!

The German Military Police in the Second World War

Nonfiction, History, Germany, Military, World War II
Cover of the book Kettenhund! by Gordon Williamson, Fonthill Media
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Gordon Williamson ISBN: 1230001929072
Publisher: Fonthill Media Publication: September 23, 2017
Imprint: Language: English
Author: Gordon Williamson
ISBN: 1230001929072
Publisher: Fonthill Media
Publication: September 23, 2017
Imprint:
Language: English

In almost every army in the World, the Military Police rank amongst those who are least liked by other soldiers despite the essential duties that they carry out, often being amongst the first in and last out in any theatre of war. In the German armed forces, however, opinions of the military police were often those of fear as much as dislike, so great were the powers held by these troops. Germany created a plethora of different branches of what were termed ‘Ordnungstruppe’ – Troops for Maintaining Order. Many wore a distinctive metal gorget plate on a chain around the neck, leading to their pejorative nickname ‘Kettenhund’ or Chain Dogs.

Despite certainly being involved in often brutal treatment of partisans and other unfortunates who fell into their grasp, their skills were sufficiently appreciated by the allies that on Germany’s surrender, a number of military police units of the Wehrmacht were allowed to remain in post under allied control to assist in controlling the vast number of now disarmed German troops. Kettenhund! The German Military Police in the Second World War, using primarily previously unpublished photographic material from private sources, provides a detailed study of the organisation of these units and the distinctive uniforms and insignia they wore.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

In almost every army in the World, the Military Police rank amongst those who are least liked by other soldiers despite the essential duties that they carry out, often being amongst the first in and last out in any theatre of war. In the German armed forces, however, opinions of the military police were often those of fear as much as dislike, so great were the powers held by these troops. Germany created a plethora of different branches of what were termed ‘Ordnungstruppe’ – Troops for Maintaining Order. Many wore a distinctive metal gorget plate on a chain around the neck, leading to their pejorative nickname ‘Kettenhund’ or Chain Dogs.

Despite certainly being involved in often brutal treatment of partisans and other unfortunates who fell into their grasp, their skills were sufficiently appreciated by the allies that on Germany’s surrender, a number of military police units of the Wehrmacht were allowed to remain in post under allied control to assist in controlling the vast number of now disarmed German troops. Kettenhund! The German Military Police in the Second World War, using primarily previously unpublished photographic material from private sources, provides a detailed study of the organisation of these units and the distinctive uniforms and insignia they wore.

More books from Fonthill Media

Cover of the book Boeing B-52 Stratofortress: Warrior Queen of the USAF by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Fokker Fodder by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Tirpitz by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Soviet Aircraft Industry by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Letters from a Flying Officer by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book British Airship Bases of the Twentieth Century by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Sino-Japanese Air War 1937-1945 by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book The Avro Vulcan by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Death by Chocolate by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Himmler's Diary 1945 by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Crystal Palace Speedway by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Fallen Giants by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Yank Bomber Boys in Norfolk by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Churchill and Stalin's Secret Agents by Gordon Williamson
Cover of the book Classic British Motorcycles by Gordon Williamson
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy