Battle Colors – Insignia and Aircraft Markings of the Eighth Air Force in World War II ** LIKE NEW **
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Characteristics
Book cover finish | Hardcover ( rounded spine binding ) |
Special features | Dust jacket |
Condition | Used good |
Number of pages | 128 |
Published date | 2004 |
Language | English |
Collection / Series | BATTLE COLORS |
Size | 30.84 x 23.39 x 1.96 cm |
Author | ROBERT A. WATKINS |
Editor | Schiffer Publishing Ltd. |
Description
Relying heavily upon visuals, Battle Colors fills a long-standing void in the annals of the Eighth Air Force during World War II. This volume focuses on all forty-eight Bomb Groups comprising the Eighth and features color illustrations depicting the evolution of all fuselage, wing, and tail markings assigned to the individual units. Details concerning the proper size, placement, color, and configuration of all tactical markings of U.S. Bomber Command are addressed. Group and squadron combat insignia, as well as airfield location maps for each unit, are also depicted. All bombardment units incorporated within the Eighth are indexed and easily cross-referenced by squadron, group, wing, and division assignments.
Additionally, all major components comprising the Eighth have been organized into quick reference organizational flow charts that show the actual order of battle for the "Mighty Eighth." This book is an invaluable tool for anyone with an interest in the history of the U.S. Eighth Air Force in World War II.
Source: Publisher's summary printed on cover