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This history of the origins and evolution of bomber aircraft encompasses a century of innovation. The first section covers their development and the major conflicts in which they have been used, from the Blitz and Dambusters missions of World War II to the Libyan raids and Gulf War of modern times. The second section is a comprehensive A-Z of World War bombers 1914-45, and the third section focuses on modern jet bombers and the latest developments in warfare. With specification boxes providing at-a-glance information and 750 photographs this fully illustrated reference book is for every enthusiast or war historian.…mehr

Produktbeschreibung
This history of the origins and evolution of bomber aircraft encompasses a century of innovation. The first section covers their development and the major conflicts in which they have been used, from the Blitz and Dambusters missions of World War II to the Libyan raids and Gulf War of modern times. The second section is a comprehensive A-Z of World War bombers 1914-45, and the third section focuses on modern jet bombers and the latest developments in warfare. With specification boxes providing at-a-glance information and 750 photographs this fully illustrated reference book is for every enthusiast or war historian.
Autorenporträt
Francis Crosby has had a deep interest in aviation since an early age. After working as an archaeologist, he joined the ImperialWarMuseum's branch at Duxford, England, as one of the world's leading collections for aviation enthusiasts. He has written widely on historic aviation and his published works include: Fighter Aircraft of World Wars I and II, and Modern Fighter Aircraft (also published by Southwater) and Images of War: D-Day and Images of War: The Luftwaffe in World War II (both Pen and Sword).