German Air Forces, 1914 - 18
Prix régulier 30,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Book cover finish | Offset varnish, Perfect paperback |
| Special features | First edition, Numbered copy ( No. 135 ), Dedicated copy, Original edition ( O.E. or Or.E ) |
| Condition | New |
| Number of pages | 64 |
| Published date | 2005 |
| Language | English |
| Collection / Series | Elite |
| Size | 19 x 25 x 0.5 cm |
| Authors | Ian Sumner and Graham Sumner |
| Editor | Osprey Publishing Ltd |
Description
The Imperial German Army Air Service of the First World War grew from just 500 men in 1914 to 80,000 in 1918, inventing in the process a wholly new form of warfare. The exploits of the first fighter " Aces " have been widely celebrated, and have tended to overshadow the other, equally important branches of the air forces - the reconnaissance and ground attack units, the airships and strategic bombers. This concise but detailed guide to both the Army and Naval Air Services - their command, organisation, strength, training, support services and operations - offers a more balanced picture, while giving the heroes of the Jagdstaffeln their full due. Their uniforms and flying clothing are illustrated with rare photographs and meticulous colour plates.
