1977; "First published in the United States of America, 1977" stated; Stein and Day Publishers, New York; hardbound, 192 pages; full of amazing historical photos; very good condition of book and boards; dust jacket very good with minor edge wear.
 
description -
This unparalled collection of 362 identified photographs, assembled from archives all over the world, illustrates the complexity of the SS organization and the diversity of its activities. From a murderous group that killed millions, the SS scope of activities extended to establishing mink farms and herb gardens.
 
introduction -
"The SS was the peculiar institution of Nazism. It was the engine of terror without which Nazism would not have been itself and Hitler might never have solidified his power."