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The Illustrated Directory of Fighting Aircraft of World War II
The Illustrated Directory of Fighting Aircraft of World War II
Author: Bill Gunston
Ninety of the most influential fighters and bombers that fought in the European and Pacific theaters between 1939 and 1945 are profiled with archival photos; design, development, and service histories; and full specifications tables listing manufacturer, years of service, weight, maximum speed, ceiling, range, and exhaustive armament details.
ISBN-13: 9781840650921
ISBN-10: 1840650923
Publication Date: 1988
Pages: 480
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Publisher: London: Salamander Company, 1999
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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A well written and illustrated guide to the primary combat aircraft used by the major participants of World War II. It contains historical summaries and development for each aircraft included, plus many photographs and color images, and overviews of their combat record. The major players are all represented, including the main fighter, bomber and reconnaissance types of the USAF, USN, German Luftwaffe, Italian Regia Aeronautica, Imperial Japanese Navy and Army and the air units of Soviet Union. Bill Gunston is a respected and prolific military aviation historian that can also write a book that is both interesting and educational.

In short, it's a valuable reference guide that is also is a 'good read'.
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i got this book for my father, he loves to make models on ww2 aircrafts, he was beyond thrilled with this book..


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