Tales of the 10th

2008, paperback, 128 pages, 140 b&w photographs and illustrations
by Jeffrey R. Leich

Based on the Museum’s 2000 exhibit, this visual history tells the story of the 10th Mountain Division in World War II, the unique unit conceived by New England skiers and recruited from the ranks of civilian skiers by the National Ski Patrol. Three regiments of mountain troops trained extensively in skiing and mountaineering in the Colorado Rockies, then compiled a distinguished combat history in Italy. Its veterans had an important influence on the postwar development of American skiing.

2nd edition, revised and expanded since 2003 edition.