JAGDWAFFE – BARBAROSSA The Invasion of Russia June-December 1941

"Jagdwaffe – Barbarossa: The Invasion of Russia June-December 1941" by Erik Mombeek, Christer Bergström, and Martin Pegg is a detailed and thorough examination of the Luftwaffe's role during Operation Barbarossa, the German invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941. This book focuses on the aerial campaigns fought between the Luftwaffe and the Soviet Air Force during the critical first months of the invasion, from June to December 1941.

The authors provide an in-depth analysis of the aircraft, tactics, and strategies employed by the Luftwaffe as it sought to gain air superiority over the Soviet Union's vast territory. The book covers iconic German aircraft like the Messerschmitt Bf 109, Junkers Ju 87 Stuka, and Heinkel He 111, as well as their Soviet counterparts. It also explores the challenges faced by the Luftwaffe as it advanced into the harsh Russian landscape, dealing with weather conditions, logistical problems, and the fierce resistance from Soviet air forces.

This volume is richly illustrated with rare photographs, detailed aircraft profiles, and maps that provide a comprehensive understanding of the battles fought in the skies above Eastern Europe during the early stages of the Eastern Front. The book highlights key aerial battles, the tactics of both German and Soviet air forces, and the impact of these air operations on the overall success of Operation Barbarossa.

Targeted at military aviation enthusiasts, historians, and modelers, "Jagdwaffe – Barbarossa" offers a detailed look into one of the most intense and pivotal periods of World War II. It provides readers with a clear understanding of the Luftwaffe’s involvement in the invasion and the crucial role air power played in the early stages of the war on the Eastern Front.