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Product Identifiers
PublisherCase Mate Publishers & Book Distributors, LLC
ISBN-101612008488
ISBN-139781612008486
eBay Product ID (ePID)11038487080
Product Key Features
Book TitleDay Fighter Aces of the Luftwaffe 1939-42
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2020
TopicMilitary / World War II, Modern / 20th Century, Military / Aviation
GenreHistory
AuthorNeil Page
Book SeriesCase Mate Illustrated Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Length10 in
Item Width7 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
ReviewsThe narrative is enhanced by the inclusion of high-quality images depicting the airmen themselves and their machines - in many cases, these offer superb views of unit-specific emblems, personal decorations and 'kill' markings., The books are quality products printed on quality stock which shows unique images in detail. The organization and factual content make them an excellent introductory resource on the Luftwaffe's day fighter operations. They also provide a satisfying read for the experten on the subject., The real treasure of this book is the many photographs including some very rare color ones a few nice color profiles round out the presentation. If you are interested in WWII, the Luftwaffe, Aces or aircraft you will find something of interest in this book at a very reasonable price!, ...a handy, 128-page handbook on early-WWII Luftwaffe aces. Make it your launchpad for further study of this seminal subject., Some fascinating material that I am sure will interest WW2 aviation historians along with modellers who will find plenty of references and photos which will tempt them into a new model or two.''|9781612008486|
Series Volume NumberCIS0017
Table Of ContentIntroduction TimelineBrief History of the Jagdgeschwader Becoming an Ace Condor Legion The Phoney War The Campaign in the West Over England Waiting for Barbarossa Barbarossa Fighter Aces over North Africa Over the Channel The Eastern Front In the West The Mediterranean
SynopsisA fully illustrated account of the Day Fighter Aces of the Luftwaffe from 1942 to 1945. Military and aviation history enthusiasts have always been interested in the fighter pilots of Hitler's Luftwaffe. Some of their stories are extraordinary. Fighting from the Arctic Circle to the North African deserts, from the Caucasus in the East to Normandy in the West, the German fighter pilot flew and fought until he was shot down, "flown out," wounded or killed in action. A handful survived from "first to last."This first volume of Day Fighter Aces of the Luftwaffe traces the story of the Luftwaffe's day fighter arm (der Tagjagd) from its inception to 1942. Organized campaign by campaign, this chronological account interweaves brief biographical details, newly translated personal accounts and key moments in the careers of a host of notable and lesser known Luftwaffe aces. Around 500 Luftwaffe fighter pilots were awarded the Knight's Cross, accumulating huge numbers of missions flown. A similar number achieved more than 40 victories - more than the two leading USAF and RAF fighter pilots., Military and aviation history enthusiasts have always been interested in the fighter pilots of Hitler's Luftwaffe. Some of their stories are extraordinary. Fighting from the Arctic Circle to the North African deserts, from the Caucasus in the East to Normandy in the West, the German fighter pilot flew and fought until he was shot down, "flown out," wounded or killed in action. A handful survived from "first to last."This first volume of Day Fighter Aces of the Luftwaffe traces the story of the Luftwaffe's day fighter arm (der Tagjagd) from its inception to 1942. Organized campaign by campaign, this chronological account interweaves brief biographical details, newly translated personal accounts and key moments in the careers of a host of notable and lesser known Luftwaffe aces. Around 500 Luftwaffe fighter pilots were awarded the Knight's Cross, accumulating huge numbers of missions flown. A similar number achieved more than 40 victories - more than the two leading USAF and RAF fighter pilots., Blooded in the Spanish Civil War, the Luftwaffe of 1939 was a mighty force. Supporting the Blitzkrieg campaigns, the day fighter pilots quickly began to accrue victories, In May 1940, poor strategy during the Battle of Britain saw them neutralized by the RAF, but in 1941/42, with the invasion of the USSR, and the North Africa/Mediterranean campaigns in full swing, the Luftwaffe was to achieve some staggering successes. This Casemate illustrated examines the personalities, exploits and experiences of the Tagjagd through the first three years of World War II. The Casemate Illustrated series explores key elements of military history: Extensively illustrated with photographs, maps, and color profiles of tanks, aircraft, and other vehicles, each volume provides a wealth of visual detail. Profiles of key individuals and units, a timeline and explanatory text boxes support the narrative, which provides a clear overview of the battle or campaign and the experience of the forces involved. Book jacket.
