The Desert Air Force in World War II
Air Power in the Western Desert, 1940 1942
$46.35
- Paperback
288 pages
- Release Date
17 March 2022
Summary
This is a comprehensive reference to the structure, operation, aircraft, and men of the 1st Tactical Air Force, or Desert Air Force as it became known. It was formed in North Africa to support the 8th Army and included squadrons from the RAF, SAAF, RAAF, and eventually the USAAF. The book includes descriptions of many notable defensive and offensive campaigns, the many types of aircraft used, weapons, and the airfields that played host to these events.
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Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781399083263 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1399083260 |
| Author: | Ken Delve |
| Publisher: | Pen & Sword Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Pen & Sword Aviation |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 288 |
| Release Date: | 17 March 2022 |
| Weight: | 818g |
| Dimensions: | 172mm x 246mm |
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Critics Review
”…picking over the text reveals a good deal more than expected about British air power in the desert.“– “Historical Miniatures Gaming Society”
”…the book’s greatest strength in its ability to put the reader in the pilot seat and really grasp the dangers and difficulties these brave men faced.“– “Globe at War”
“This work is an overall look at the Desert Air Force. Its aircraft and weapons are covered in detail with many drawings and photographs. The airfields, operations, and aircrew are also given detailed attention. The notable offensive and defensive battles are explained well… a good general view of an air force that deserves more attention that it usually receives.”– “WWII History” (6/1/2018 12:00:00 AM)
Ken Delve
Ken Delve was an RAF Tornado bomber pilot during his service career and is now considered to be one of the world’s leading experts on the history of military aviation. He has written countless specialized articles for leading aviation magazines and has authored more than sixteen books including The Short Sunderland, D-Day The Air Battle, Avro Lancaster, The Mustang Story, RAF Bomber Command and A Source Book of the RAF.
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