"On 6 March 1944, the Americans launched their first large-scale daylight raid on Berlin, the capital of Hitler's Reich. They paid a high price... [This book] is a skilfully researched, minute-by-minute account of that raid. It is also... based on research conducted in detail from both sides"--P. [4] of cover.
Jeffrey L. Ethell Books
Known as the "Fighter Writer" in aviation circles, this author chronicled the thrilling world of World War II aircraft with unparalleled depth. Despite being medically disqualified from military service due to vision, he immersed himself in flight, accumulating thousands of hours and mastering numerous aircraft types. This intimate connection with the sky fueled his prolific writing, exploring the courage and technology of aerial combat. His dedication extended to preserving the very machines he wrote about, cementing his legacy as a passionate advocate for aviation history.
The Great Book of World War II Airplanes
Over 400 Full-Color Illustrations by Rikyu Watanabe. Including 24 Fold-Out Panels Suitable for Framing
- 632 pages
- 23 hours of reading
In the history of aviation, the Second World War represents a classic period. The twelve aircraft featured in this book were marvels of modern technology, embodying everything we would know about flying until the appearance of the turbine engine. An international team of aviation writers profile these 12 planes, covering design and production, specialized models and variants, their tactical deployment, the battles they fought in, and the famous exploits of their pilots. Aircraft artist Rikyu Watanabe renders each of these planes in glorious full-color illustrations, detailed interior cutaways, control and weapons systems schematics, and actual squadron insignia. Originally published in 12 volumes, this beautiful book makes a truly elegant addition to the library of any history buff or aviation enthusiast. 10" x 13". Color & b&w illus.
Bomber command
- 180 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Gathers first-person accounts of the experiences of American bombers flying missions over Europe and the Mediterranean during World War II
Warbird History: Spitfire
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Book by Ethell, Jeffery L., Pace, Steve
P-40 Hawks at War
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
P-38 Lightning at War
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
This classic title traces the history of the Lightning from the earliest Lockheed "Model 22" through the severe compressibility problems of the prototype YP-38, to the P-38L-5, the fighter-bomber-reconnaissance aircraft of the USAAF in Italy and the Pacific. Graphically illustrated with over 200 action photographs and many eyewitness accounts, this book tells the story of a unique and innovative aircraft, revered for its adaptability and ability to limp home on one engine where other aircraft would have been destroyed.
Messerschmitt Komet
- 238 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Tématem publikace je podrobný popis vojenských operací uskutečněných americkými stíhači 10.5. 1972 v rámci války ve Vietnamu. Název knihy vskutku nelže - námětem studie jsou události, jež proběhly na severovietnamských bojištích dne 10. května 1972. Autoři tak dávají čtenáři možnost nahlédnout do "všedního dne" amerických stíhacích pilotů, účastnících se války ve Vietnamu. Zpracováno na základě historických záznamů, dokumentů a vzpomínek přímých účastníků
Letadla 2. světové války
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Bojová letadla druhé světové války, která přenesla leteckou techniku z dvojplošníků ze dřeva a plátna do věku proudových letadel.
