The Supermarine Spitfire is probably the most famous fighter
aircraft of all time. Its distinctive shape and sound mark it out
from most other aircraft of the Second World War period. From the
biplane era of the 1930s to the start of the jet age in 1944 the
Spitfire, through continuous modification and development, remained
at the forefront of fighter design and proved itself equal or
superior to any of its competitors. During the same period, other
variants of the Spitfire proved highly effective in the
photographic reconnaissance role.
Alfred Price employs more than twenty accounts in words and
pictures to provide a series of fascinating snapshots of the
Spitfire and those who flew it. The author covers aspects of the
aircraft's history as diverse as the 'Speed Spitfire', specially
modified in 1938 for an attempt on the world landplane speed
record; fighter ace 'Johnnie' Johnson's personal aircraft, EN398,
the top scoring Spitfire; and the Spitfire reconnaissance missions
flown over China early in the cold War.
Illustrated with more than 140 archive photographs and drawings,
Spitfire in Combat will serve as an ideal primer for those whose
interest in the Spitfire is just beginning. At the same time, it is
sure to add to the knowledge of those who are already familiar with
this classic aircraft.
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