The incredible story of the dive bomber is told through official
reports and personal accounts from combat pilots in this sweeping
military history. The History of Dive Bombing delves beneath the myths
to present an in-depth history. Peter Smith tells the full story of
these planes from the first true combat dive bombing by a Royal Air
Force pilot in 1917 to the last stirring wartime actions. Interviews
with pilots from both World Wars representing all combatant nations
give eyewitness viewpoints on many of the major actions and methods
employed. From the first dive-bomber missions of World War II, through
accounts of British attacks on German warships during the Norwegian
campaign, and Stuka missions against the French and British forces,
this volume vividly recreates the drama, strategy and tactics of dive
bombing. Some well known aircraft types include, such as the Curtiss
Helldiver, Aichi D3A1, Blackburn Skua, and the infamous Junkers Ju 87.
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ISBN
9781783409082
Publisert
2014
Utgiver
Vendor
Pen & Sword Aviation (ORIM)
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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