Over 400 color photos and illustrations of wwii aircraft are contained within the 632 pages of this tome. The great book of world war ii airplanes is easily one of the best books out there covering the subject of wwii military aircraft. During world war ii, armed aircraft became more deadly and sophisticated as the allied and axis powers struggled for supremacy. To my knowledge, no one has ever before attempted to capture in book form the grandeur and sweep of the great aviation movement in france before world war i. The great book of world war ii airplanes by random house. During world war ii, pilots of the raf distinguished themselves in the battle of britain and conducted a strategic bombing campaign on germany. American aircraft of world war ii this site covers virtually all u. The information on each airplane is so immense, that if all of the world war ii airplanes were contained in this book, it would probably weigh 100 pounds.
Over 400 fullcolor illustrations including 24 foldout panels suitable for framing. Click to read more about the great book of world war ii airplanes by jeffrey l. Discover book depositorys huge selection of military aircraft books online. All about the great book of world war ii airplanes by jeffrey l. Fighters, bombers, reconnaissance planes, and transports were rapidly developed by both sides and sent into the conflict. Great book of world war ii airplanes has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Ethell and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible. Buy a cheap copy of the great book of world war ii. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. It was used extensively by the allies during world war ii and remained in front line service. Also includes information on the german and japense fighters used in world war 2. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Great book of world war ii airplanes has 1 available editions to. World war ll airplanes of the second world war coloring book colorists will find detailed information in captions concerning authentic coloring, markings, and insignia, as well as information about design innovations, each planes military role and affiliation, and other pertinent data.
A history of ww2 in 25 airplanes m ustangs, mitchells, catalinas, liberators, corsairs. From a world war ii concentration camp to the korean war to the white house, this is the story of tibor teddy rubin, the only holocaust survivor ever to receive a medal of honor. The title of this book is the great book of world war ii airplanes and it was written by jeffrey l. Almost everyone would recognize the spitfire, p51 mustang, me109 or lancaster. The great raf planes of world war ii bombers, fighers, trainers. Calling a military aircraft a cargo plane is incorrect, because military transport planes also carry paratroopers and other. The book covers all of the most well known aircraft which makes it great for a person who has an interest in wwii aviation the level of detail of the technical drawings makes it interesting even for a person that already has alot of knowledge on the subject. An example of a tanker craft would be the kc5 stratotanker. Ive always enjoyed worst of lists and had an interest in aviation, so i thought it time to combine the two. Ethell and random house value publishing staff 1987, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Great book of world war ii airplanes spitfire mustang lancaster p. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. Prototypes for aircraft that entered service under a different design number are.
Smithsonian magazine smithsonian store smithsonian journeys smithsonian channel smithsonian books. The great book of world war ii airplanes book, 1984. Book title the great book of world war ii airplanes. The second version needs few cuts and it resembles the real plane with twin propellers. Oct 25, 2016 bob hoover, a world war ii fighter pilot who escaped a pow camp and flew to freedom by stealing a german airplane and who spent decades testing aircraft, thrilling spectators at air shows and. The c47 is a military transport aircraft developed from the civilian douglas dc3 airliner.
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The united states produced more than 300,000 airplanes in world war ii. Opdycke has shown in his fine new book french aeroplanes before the. Gives information on and illustrations and schematic drawings of twelve planes that changed the world. Complete book of world war ii combat aircraft 1988 414pp. Great aircraft of history ww2 fighters, bombers, and more. Buy the great book of world war ii airplanes first edition by ethell, jeffrey l. P39 airacobra bell p63 kingcobra best highaltitude black widow flew bombers capstone press carried rockets corsairs during world counsel drive enemy airplanes escort fighters famous japanese world fighter of world fighter planes fighters carried bombs fixed guns flew.
He found the book at a garage sale and it was not of the best quality ie. My favourite second world war set book is empire of the sun by jg ballard. The great book of world war ii airplanes goodreads. Great book of world war ii airplanes ethell watanabe.
However there were hundreds of aircraft types used between 1939 and 1945 and inevitably some were abject failures. In the history of aviation the second world war represents a classic period in the refinement and perfection of the propeller driven military flying machine. This book would be nice for any aviation or military historian, model airplane. Combat aircraft that were everyday companions to airmen in the world war ii generation have become extraordinary treasures to many in the next. This book would be nice for any aviation or military historian, model airplane builder, collector, or for anyone interested in aviation or military history or model airplane maker. Great book of world war ii airplanes rh value publishing on. Specify the name of this site when emailing, as i manage several sites. The instability created in europe by the first world war 191418 set the stage for another international conflictworld war iiwhich broke out two decades later and would prove even more.
Largest selection of display aircraft models anywhere. All photos are believed to be at least 50 years old and in the public domain. The twelve aircraft featured in this book, designed and built amidst the heat and urgency of war as formidable weapons of destruction, were. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A remarkable overview of world war ii aviation encompasses more than four hundred fullcolor photographs and illustrations, twentyfour foldout panels, detailed. Helicopters and gliders can transport troops and supplies to areas where other aircraft would be unable to land. The twelve aircraft featured in this book, designed and built amidst the heat and urgency of. Ever since it was invented, aviation has had a huge impact on the way we live. Illustrated by rikyu watanabe with 516 illustrations. A remarkable overview of world war ii aviation encompasses more than four hundred fullcolor photographs and illustrations, twentyfour foldout panels, detailed cutaway views, and authoritative profiles of twelve aircraft. World war ii, a global conflict that lasted from 193945, was among the most farreaching conflicts in history. What are the best childrens books on the second world war.
Fighter planes of world war ii nancy robinson masters. Aug 16, 2009 1 though world war ii planes also had the same potential to blow up if shot, they were much, much better because of their aluminum frames, and protected engines. I found this book to be the best reference book on the twelve aircraft it contains. But the book i remember having the greatest impact on me was. Royal air force, youngest of the three british armed services, charged with the air defense of the united kingdom and the fulfillment of international defense commitments. Bob hoover, a world war ii fighter pilot who escaped a pow camp and flew to freedom by stealing a german airplane and who spent decades testing aircraft, thrilling spectators at air shows and. Complete book of world war ii combat aircraft enzo angelucci, paolo matricardi, pierluigi pinto on. As italy was the first to bring the airplane into world war ii with its antics against africa, they gave germany the idea of putting planes to a better use. Complete book of world war ii combat aircraft angelucci, enzo, matricardi, paulo, pinto, pierluigi on. Rikyu watanabe is the author of the great book of world war ii airplanes 4. A foreword at the front and a very well done index at the back tie the entire book together. The great book of world war ii airplanes jeffrey l. Tells the fascinating story of the role women played in building the aircraft that would ultimately help us win the war. This table lists aircraft production during world war ii by country and year.
Great book of world war ii airplanes ethell watanabe history. I n world war two, airplanes of all types fighters, bombers, transports, etc. January 8, 2000 a friend loaned me this book when he found out i construct model airplanes from wood. World war i pitted germany, austriahungary and the ottoman empire against great britain, the united states, france, russia, italy and japan. New military technology resulted in unprecedented carnage. Untold stories of forgotten campaigns and of the individuals swept up in monumental events. The book covers all of the most well known aircraft which makes it great for a person who has an interest in wwii aviation the level of detail of the technical drawings makes it interesting even for a person that. This added narrative helps make this one of the best world war ii aircraft books weve ever seen. Johns was a pilot and so the information about second world war aeroplanes is very interesting and detailed. Seventy years after the wars end, the airplanes that won it are flying over the national mall.
The great book of world war ii airplanes book, 1996. Features 125 black and white photos and 50 color photos spanning 192 total pages. The war spanned six continents, involved more than 30 countries, and introduced new weapons and machinery. Rikyu watanabe illustrator of the great book of world war ii. From a world war ii concentration camp to the korean war to the white house, this is the story of tibor teddy rubin, the only holocaust survivor ever to receive.
The great book of world war ii airplanes sfo museum. Its a hardcover book, the paper cover is in aliitle rough shape and some of the edges on. Introduces various kinds of fighter planes used by the army air force and by the navy and marines during world war two, their missions, and the weapons employed. However, its transformation into an instrument of military power has also dramatically altered the rules of warfare. As a counterpart real airplane, douglas c47 skytrain is shown.
From the early to mid1980s crownjanes publishing produced a beautiful set of wwii aviation books. Each book covered a military airplane of major significance during world war ii. A history of ww2 in 25 airplanes military aviation air. A remarkable overview of world war ii aviation encompasses more than four hundred fullcolor photographs and illustrations, twentyfour foldout panels, detailed cutaway views, and authoritative profiles of twelve aircraft that changed the course of the war. But by the time the war to end all wars started in 1914, airplanes had captured the publics. Nearly 100 pages of history, featuring the great air battles of the pacific war. The great book of world war ii airplanes by ethell, jeffrey l. In the centuries before world war i, wars were waged on land, or by navies on the high seas. Outstanding wartime photography and the best action photos of world war ii airplanes flying today.
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