Fighters of World War II

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This pair of heavily illustrated references examines the planes of World War II: the fighters and bombers that filled the skies over Europe with flame and inspired terror in those on the ground. Each book offers a full description of more than 20 planes, from storied bombers (including the B-24 Liberator and Focke Wulf Condor) to fighters (including the Messerschmitt Bf 109 and the P-47 Thunderbolt). -- Detailed cutaway diagrams reveal the inner workings of each fighter -- Full-color paintings and breathtaking photographs show the planes in action -- Specification boxes for each plane provide the essential details of construction and performance