Curtiss Kittyhawks in the Soviet Far North 1941-45 Volume 1 9781804517710

Curtiss Kittyhawks in the Soviet Far North 1941-45 Volume 1: Origins and Early Combat Operations, 1942–May 1944

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Typ okładki:miękka okładka

EAN: 9781804517710

Opis

“…a great book if you want to learn more about combat at the top of the world in the vital Artic Sea lanes supplying Lend Lease equipment to Soviet forces.” – IPMS/USA

Curtiss Kittyhawks in the Soviet Far North Volume 1: Origins and Early Combat Operations, 1942–May 1944 explores the deployment of the P-40 Kittyhawk fighters in the Soviet Arctic under the Lend-Lease program. This volume provides a detailed account of their introduction into Soviet service, the logistical challenges of operating in harsh northern conditions, and their early combat missions against Axis forces. Drawing on operational reports, firsthand accounts, and meticulous research, this volume spans the critical years of 1942 to May 1944, highlighting the strategic and tactical contributions of the Kittyhawk. From intercepting enemy aircraft to supporting ground forces, these fighters played a pivotal role in the northern front of World War II. Perfect for aviation historians, modellers, and readers fascinated by Soviet wartime aviation, this volume provides a comprehensive analysis of the Kittyhawks’ early use and sets the stage for their continued evolution in Volume 2.

Szczegóły

Liczba stron: 80

Wymiary: 21.0x29.6

Typ okładki:miękka okładka

Wydawca: Helion & Company

Autor:

Andrey Latkin

Seria: Europe@war

Tytuł:Curtiss Kittyhawks in the Soviet Far North 1941-45 Volume 1: Origins and Early Combat Operations, 1942–May 1944

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Książki obcojęzyczne / angielskie / History and Archeology

EAN: 9781804517710