Spitfire SPECIAL
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Comprehensive history of the legendary Spitfire fighter aircraft from design in 1934 through WWII service to post-war demobilization in 1957. Covers development, variants, operations across all theaters, allied squadrons, and photo-reconnaissance use.
Characteristics
| ISBN-10 | 0711002932 |
| Book cover finish(es) | Hardcover ( square back binding ) |
| Condition | Used, mint condition |
| Author(s) | Ted Hooton |
| Publisher | Ian Allan Ltd. |
| Number of pages | 64 |
| Published date | 1977 |
| Language(s) | English |
| Size | 22 x 30 x 1 cm |
| Categorie(s) | • AVIATION MILITAIRE • APPAREILS - CONSTRUCTEURS • SECONDE GUERRE MONDIALE |
Description
NEW LIGHT ON AN HISTORIC FIGHTER
This comprehensive work explores the legendary Spitfire through detailed chapters covering:
Performance and versatility—the Hallmark of the Spitfire
1934 to 1941—Design, Early Development and Into Battle
Spitfires at Dispersal
Development of the Breed
Development of the High Altitude Spitfire
Defence of the Orkney and Shetland Islands
Allied Squadrons of the RAF
Canadian Spitfires
'Bits of Spits'
'Wheels up'
The Desert Spitfires
Italy 1943
The Spitfire VIII in Italy and Burma
Photo-Reconnaissance Developments
Allies and Friends
1945 to 1957—The Swan Song
Demobbed Spitfires
Fourth impression 1977
