McNab. Follow the development, evolution, and lasting influence of Germany's MG 34 and 42 general purpose machine guns, infantry assault weapons that cut down enemy lines with ease during World War II. With specially commissioned artwork, vivid period photographs, and detailed text, this book shows you how the MG 34 and 42 fired 800-1,200 rounds per minute, operated in offensive and defensive roles, and paved the way for postwar weapons. 80 pages, 7¼"x 9¾", softcover.