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  • Heroes of the Soviet Union 1941–45

    by Henry Sakaida ...
    Series Book 111 - Elite
    The Great Patriotic War began on 22 June 1941, when the Germans invaded the Soviet Union.Over 10 million Soviet soldiers took part in the war and of those about 12,600 earned the Soviet Union's highest military award - the Hero of the Soviet Union - for deeds of great daring and self sacrifice.This book covers the male recipients of the Hero of the Soviet Union award during the Great Patriotic War ... Read more

    $17.99 CAD

  • Heroines of the Soviet Union 1941–45

    by Henry Sakaida ...
    Series Book 90 - Elite
    When the Great Patriotic War began many women volunteered for the armed forces, but most of them were rejected.They were steered towards nursing or other supportive roles. Many determined women managed to enter combat by first volunteering as field medics and nurses, then simply picking up a gun during the battle, and charging boldly into the line of fire. In the area of aviation, women also ... Read more

    $17.99 CAD

  • Japanese Army Air Force Aces 1937–45

    by Henry Sakaida ...
    Series Book 13 - Aircraft of the Aces
    Little has been published in English on the Japanese Army Air Force (JAAF), let alone its most successful fighter pilots no less than 150 of them achieved ace status during eight years of near-constant war. They are all listed in this volume.From the arid plains of the Mongolian border region to the lush jungles of New Guinea, the JAAF was more than a match for the many opponents it fought against ... Read more

    $21.99 CAD

  • Imperial Japanese Navy Aces 1937–45

    by Henry Sakaida ...
    Series Book 22 - Aircraft of the Aces
    The outcome of the Pacific War was heavily influenced by the results of naval battles between the Imperial Japanese fleet and the US Navy.One of the key elements was Japan's large fighter component, which had gained experience over Manchuria, China and Mongolia in the late 1930s. Flying A5Ms, at least 21 pilots achieved 'acedom' securing air superiority for the invaders. Manufacturer Mitsubishi ... Read more

    $22.99 CAD

  • B-29 Hunters of the JAAF

    by Koji Takaki, Henry Sakaida ...
    Series Book 5 - Aviation Elite Units
    'B-29!' No other term struck such terror in the hearts of the Japanese public during World War 2 than this single, most-hated name.It was then only natural that the pilots who attempted to shoot these high-flying Boeing bombers out of the skies over Tokyo, Nagasaki, Hiroshima and Kobe should become known as the elite of the Japanese Army Air Force.This book details the exploits of the 'Dragon ... Read more

    $23.99 CAD

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  • Spitfire Aces of Burma and the Pacific

    by Andrew Thomas ...
    Series Book 87 - Aircraft of the Aces
    The history of the 54 aces who flew Spitfires over Burma, India and Australia, with first-hand accounts and full-colour artwork revealing how this much-loved plane changed the fortunes of the Allied forces against the Japanese Army Air Force.The arrival of the Spitfire in Burma came at a crucial time as the RAF struggled against the Japanese to support the Chindit operation on the ground. Proving ... Read more

    $21.99 CAD

  • Spitfire Aces of North Africa and Italy

    by Andrew Thomas ...
    Series Book 98 - Aircraft of the Aces
    Essential coverage of the key part played by the iconic Spitfire in the desert campaign during 1942-43, and in the destruction of the Luftwaffe in Sicily, Italy and the Balkans from mid-1943 through to VE Day.Although most famous for their role in the Battle of Britain, many Spitfire squadrons also served in the Mediterranean theatre, aiding the Allied victories in North Africa and later in the ... Read more

    $16.99 CAD

  • Hurricane Aces 1941–45

    by Andrew Thomas ...
    Series Book 57 - Aircraft of the Aces
    The Hurricane saw widespread action with Allied forces, as the RAF's first monoplane fighter. This book describes its many feats throughout 1945.It served as a fighter-bomber on the Channel Front, where the American Eagles and Polish units were amongst the Fighter Command squadrons flying the Hurricane, and where some of its highest-scoring aces operated. The Sea Hurricane was the principal ... Read more

    $21.99 CAD

  • Royal Navy Aces of World War 2

    by Andrew Thomas ...
    Series Book 75 - Aircraft of the Aces
    This book will detail the history and combat experiences of these forgotten pilots who operated in every theatre and every major conflict of the war.The Fleet Air Arm (FAA) of the Royal Navy served with distinction in every theatre of war throughout World War II. From its poorly equipped beginnings - it started the war with few suitable, modern, carrier-born fighters - to the final campaigns over ... Read more

    $21.99 CAD

  • Griffon Spitfire Aces

    by Andrew Thomas ...
    Series Book 81 - Aircraft of the Aces
    A unique account of the fastest British fighter plane of World War 2.Modified for low-level operations to counter Luftwaffe attacks on the south coast, the Griffon-powered Spitfire XIV became the best low-level fighter of World War II. Squadrons moved to south-eastern England to counter the V1 flying bomb offensive, where daring pilots pioneered the technique of tipping the V1 over with the ... Read more

    $21.99 CAD

  • RAF Mustang and Thunderbolt Aces

    by Andrew Thomas ...
    Series Book 93 - Aircraft of the Aces
    A look at the RAF service of the two most recognizable American-built fighters.The P-51 Mustang and P-47 Thunderbolt were the finest American fighters of World War 2, and both saw service with the RAF in substantial numbers. The RAF began flying the Mustang in 1944, using it to fly bomber escort missions, and deploying to support the ground campaigns in Italy and the Balkans. It was also flown by ... Read more

    $21.99 CAD

  • Mosquito Aces of World War 2

    by Andrew Thomas ...
    Series Book 69 - Aircraft of the Aces
    The Mosquito developed into one of the most versatile aircraft of World War 2, entering service with Fighter Command in early 1942.The 'Mossie' was soon defending raids on Britain's Cathedral cities and became an integral part of the country's night defences. Its airborne radar gave it the ability to 'see' the enemy at night, and its speed and devastating fire power made it the finest nightfighter ... Read more

    $21.99 CAD