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Spitfire Ace

Martin Davidson,James Taylor
Spitfire Ace Book PDF

Author : Martin Davidson,James Taylor
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2015-10-22
Category : Britain, Battle of, Great Britain, 1940
ISBN : 1509812075

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Spitfire Ace by Martin Davidson,James Taylor Pdf

The Battle of Britain, 1940, was one of the most famous air battles in the history of warfare and it is a story of ruthless organisation, brilliant control and command. But at its heart is one particular figure, a legend ever since - the RAF fighter pilot. And one particular plane - a piece of machinery that has almost mythic historical glamour - the Supermarine Spitfire. Spitfire Ace reintroduces the few that flew in the Battle of Britain and includes interviews with many of the surviving veteran Spitfire pilots. Combined with a historical narrative of the events surrounding the Battle of Britain, you will learn for the first time what it was really like to fly a Spitfire and to experience combat flying at its most visceral. Fully illustrated with 16 pages of photographs and contemporary archive material, Spitfire Ace provides a vivid portrait of the fighter boys and their finest hour, their planes (including Spitfires, Hurricanes and Messerchmitts) and Fighter Command - RAF versus the Luftwaffe.

Spitfire Ace of Aces

Dilip Sarkar
Spitfire Ace of Aces Book PDF

Author : Dilip Sarkar
Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2011-07-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781445609393

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Spitfire Ace of Aces by Dilip Sarkar Pdf

The biography of the RAF's top fighter pilot, Johnnie Johnson, who shot down more enemy aircraft than any other pilot during the Second World War.

Griffon Spitfire Aces

Andrew Thomas
Griffon Spitfire Aces Book PDF

Author : Andrew Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2013-02-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472801876

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Griffon Spitfire Aces by Andrew Thomas Pdf

Modified for low-level operations to counter Luftwaffe attacks on the south coast, the Griffon-powered Spitfire XIV became the best low-level fighter of World War II. Squadrons moved to south-eastern England to counter the V1 flying bomb offensive, where daring pilots pioneered the technique of tipping the V1 over with the aircraft's wingtip to disorientate the bomb. Andrew Thomas also investigates the role played by the modified Spitfire squadrons after the V1 offensive, both in the attack on Germany and after the war in Malaya and Palestine. First-hand stories, photographs and colour profiles complete this account of the aces who flew the most powerful Spitfire variant ever built.

Griffon Spitfire Aces

Andrew Thomas
Griffon Spitfire Aces Book PDF

Author : Andrew Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2013-02-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472802415

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Griffon Spitfire Aces by Andrew Thomas Pdf

Modified for low-level operations to counter Luftwaffe attacks on the south coast, the Griffon-powered Spitfire XIV became the best low-level fighter of World War II. Squadrons moved to south-eastern England to counter the V1 flying bomb offensive, where daring pilots pioneered the technique of tipping the V1 over with the aircraft's wingtip to disorientate the bomb. Andrew Thomas also investigates the role played by the modified Spitfire squadrons after the V1 offensive, both in the attack on Germany and after the war in Malaya and Palestine. First-hand stories, photographs and colour profiles complete this account of the aces who flew the most powerful Spitfire variant ever built.

Spitfire Aces of Burma and the Pacific

Andrew Thomas
Spitfire Aces of Burma and the Pacific Book PDF

Author : Andrew Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2013-02-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781846038969

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Spitfire Aces of Burma and the Pacific by Andrew Thomas Pdf

The arrival of the Spitfire in Burma came at a crucial time as the RAF struggled against the Japanese to support the Chindit operation on the ground. Proving a huge boost to morale, the Spitfire played a large part in defeating the enemy, and covering the subsequent Allied advance through Burma, protecting the ground troops and providing vital supplies. Covering this little documented aerial war, this book tells the stories of the 54 aces who flew against the Japanese, and also those who fought in India and Australia. Full-colour artwork reveals the markings and paint schemes of this most-famous of British planes, whilst first-hand accounts and archive photographs bring the aerial battles of Burma, India and Australia to life.

Spitfire Aces of North Africa and Italy

Andrew Thomas
Spitfire Aces of North Africa and Italy Book PDF

Author : Andrew Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2013-02-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781849083447

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Spitfire Aces of North Africa and Italy by Andrew Thomas Pdf

Although most famous for their role in the Battle of Britain, many Spitfire squadrons also served in the Mediterranean theatre, aiding the Allied victories in North Africa and later in the invasion of Italy. Numerous pilots, both Royal Air Force and South African Spitfire squadrons, made ace during these engagements. This book tells their story.

Spitfire Aces of the Channel Front 1941-43

Andrew Thomas
Spitfire Aces of the Channel Front 1941 43 Book PDF

Author : Andrew Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-16
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472812599

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Spitfire Aces of the Channel Front 1941-43 by Andrew Thomas Pdf

80 years after the Spitfire was first developed it remains an icon of military aviation. Though many associate its victory during the Battle of Britain as the high point in the history of the Spitfire, the years following were of equal importance. Having weathered the initial storm, at the start of 1941 Fighter Command took the fight to the Germans with offensive missions over the Channel. This book reveals how first using the Spitfire I and II, and then following the introduction of the Bf 109 the cannon-armed Spitfire V, RAF squadrons embarked on a range of missions which included one of the most important air battles of the war, over Dieppe on 19 August 1942. Alongside British pilots were squadrons manned by exiled Europeans and pilots from the RAAF, RCAF and RNZAF. In just three years over 100 of these pilots were to rack up ace status in the Spitfire.

Spitfire Aces of Northwest Europe 1944-45

Andrew Thomas
Spitfire Aces of Northwest Europe 1944 45 Book PDF

Author : Andrew Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2014-09-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781782003397

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Spitfire Aces of Northwest Europe 1944-45 by Andrew Thomas Pdf

This book traces the achievements of the pilots flying the iconic Spitfire in Northwest Europe, and examines how the steady technological improvements that were made throughout the Spitfire's service life improved its capabilities in the air. Based at airfields throughout southern England, Merlin engine Spitfires provided the bulk of the air cover for the D-Day landings and it was an RCAF Spitfire which claimed the first ever ME 262 jet kill. 36 colour profiles covering a broad spectrum of nationalities, units, pilots, theatres and markings complement thorough research throughout this comprehensive account of these crucial fighter aircraft.

Spitfire Ace

Gordon Olive
Spitfire Ace Book PDF

Author : Gordon Olive
Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2015-07-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781445644370

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Spitfire Ace by Gordon Olive Pdf

The amazing story of one of ‘the Few’, Spitfire fighter pilot Gordon Olive, who shot down ten enemy aircraft during the Battle of Britain.

Polish Spitfire Aces

Wojtek Matusiak
Polish Spitfire Aces Book PDF

Author : Wojtek Matusiak
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2015-07-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472808387

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Polish Spitfire Aces by Wojtek Matusiak Pdf

Of all Allied airmen, Polish pilots had had the most experience of fighting the Luftwaffe by the time the war came to Britain. As the Battle of Britain raged, they quickly proved themselves as highly aggressive and skilful interceptors, especially when flying the famous Spitfire. The Polish Air Force eventually became the largest non-Commonwealth Spitfire operator, using some 1,500 Mks I, II, V, IX and XVI to devastating effect. Top scoring USAAF ace of the ETO, Francis "Gabby" Gabreski and a whole host of other Allied and Commonwealth aces flew with Polish squadrons, adding even more to their fighting quality. Conversely, several Polish pilots were attached to other Allied squadrons throughout the war, demonstrating their prowess alongside airmen from a whole host of nations. From an expert on Polish fighter aviation, this is a peerless account of the fiery, talented Polish "Spit" pilots, whose country had been overrun and whose aggression and determination to shoot down Axis aircraft was unmatched.

Johnnie Johnson's Great Adventure

Dilip Sarkar
Johnnie Johnson s Great Adventure Book PDF

Author : Dilip Sarkar
Publisher : Pen and Sword Aviation
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2020-12-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9781526791757

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Johnnie Johnson's Great Adventure by Dilip Sarkar Pdf

The World War II fighter Ace’s previously unpublished draft—an account of the “Long Trek” from Normandy into the heart of the Third Reich itself. Having published two of his own books, Wing Leader and The Circle of Air Fighting, Air Vice-Marshal Johnnie Johnson co-authored several more with another fighter ace, namely Wing Commander P.B. “Laddie” Lucas. In 1997, the “AVM” suggested to his friend, the prolific author Dilip Sarkar, that the pair should collaborate on The Great Adventure. “Greycap Leader” was to produce a draft, after which Dilip would add the historical detail and comment. Sadly, the project was unfulfilled, because Johnnie became ill and passed away, aged eighty-five, in 2001. Years later, Johnnie’s eldest son, Chris, discovered the manuscript among his august father’s papers. In order to keep Johnnie’s memory evergreen, Chris turned to Dilip to finally see the project through to its conclusion. In this book Johnnie revisits certain aspects of his wartime service, including the development of tactical air cooperation with ground forces; his time as a Canadian wing leader in 1943, when the Spitfire Mk IX at last outclassed the Fw 190; and details his involvement in some of the most important battles of the defeat of Nazi Germany, including Operation Overlord and the D-Day landings in 1944, Operation Market Garden and the airborne assault at Arnhem, and the Rhine Crossings, throughout all of which Johnnie also commanded Canadian wings. Johnnie Johnson’s Great Adventure “brings to life the man of the book in such an interesting and heroic manner . . . if it wasn’t for these brave heroes we might not have won the war” (UK Historian).

Spitfire Ace

Martin Peter Davidson,James Taylor
Spitfire Ace Book PDF

Author : Martin Peter Davidson,James Taylor
Publisher : Boxtree Limited
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2003-12-27
Category : History
ISBN : 0752225111

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Spitfire Ace by Martin Peter Davidson,James Taylor Pdf

The Battle of Britain, 1940, was one of the most famous air battles in the history of warfare and it is a story of ruthless organisation, brilliant control and command. But at its heart is one particular figure, a legend ever since. The RAF fighter pilot. And one particular plane - a piece of machinery that has almost mythic historical glamour - the Supermarine Spitfire. reintroduces us to the few that flew in the Battle of Britain and includes interviews with 25 of the 35 remaining veteran Spitfire pilots. Combined with a historical narrative of the events surrounding the Battle of Britain, the reader learns what is was like to fly a Spitfire and to experience combat flying at its most visceral. Illustrated with over 80 photographs and contemporary archive material, Spitfire Pilot provides a vivid portrait of the fighter boys and their finest hour, their planes (including Spitfires, Hurricanes and Messerchmitts) and Fighter Command - RAF versus the Luftwaffe.

Spitfire Mark I/II Aces 1939–41

Alfred Price
Spitfire Mark I II Aces 1939 41 Book PDF

Author : Alfred Price
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2012-11-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781782007364

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Spitfire Mark I/II Aces 1939–41 by Alfred Price Pdf

Spitfire Mk Is and IIs served only briefly in the frontline with the RAF, but their pilots were responsible for achieving impressive scores against the Luftwaffe during 1940/41. This volume details the RAF's first aces of World War 2 who helped stem the German tide during Britain's struggle for survival in the bitter years between 1939 and 1941. Early-mark Spitfires were notorious for their light armament, overheating engines and short range, but during the dogfights over Dunkirk and south-east England, then the first tentative sweeps across France, many pilots achieved scores of note.

Spitfire Aces of Burma and the Pacific

Andrew Thomas
Spitfire Aces of Burma and the Pacific Book PDF

Author : Andrew Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2013-02-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472801739

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Spitfire Aces of Burma and the Pacific by Andrew Thomas Pdf

The arrival of the Spitfire in Burma came at a crucial time as the RAF struggled against the Japanese to support the Chindit operation on the ground. Proving a huge boost to morale, the Spitfire played a large part in defeating the enemy, and covering the subsequent Allied advance through Burma, protecting the ground troops and providing vital supplies. Covering this little documented aerial war, this book tells the stories of the 54 aces who flew against the Japanese, and also those who fought in India and Australia. Full-colour artwork reveals the markings and paint schemes of this most-famous of British planes, whilst first-hand accounts and archive photographs bring the aerial battles of Burma, India and Australia to life.

Spitfire Aces of the Channel Front 1941-43

Andrew Thomas
Spitfire Aces of the Channel Front 1941 43 Book PDF

Author : Andrew Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-16
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472812605

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Spitfire Aces of the Channel Front 1941-43 by Andrew Thomas Pdf

80 years after the Spitfire was first developed it remains an icon of military aviation. Though many associate its victory during the Battle of Britain as the high point in the history of the Spitfire, the years following were of equal importance. Having weathered the initial storm, at the start of 1941 Fighter Command took the fight to the Germans with offensive missions over the Channel. This book reveals how first using the Spitfire I and II, and then following the introduction of the Bf 109 the cannon-armed Spitfire V, RAF squadrons embarked on a range of missions which included one of the most important air battles of the war, over Dieppe on 19 August 1942. Alongside British pilots were squadrons manned by exiled Europeans and pilots from the RAAF, RCAF and RNZAF. In just three years over 100 of these pilots were to rack up ace status in the Spitfire.