The German fighter pilots of the Second World War are among the
undoubted heroes of the conflict, their reputation for flying
skill, single-minded determination and solitary courage hasn't
diminished or been clouded by controversy over the years. Their
daring and commitment, often displayed when, towards the end of the
war, they were fighting against the odds, matches that of any of
the other air forces they fought against. This detailed, highly
illustrated reference book, which covers the exploits of the most
famous and successful individuals among them, shows just how
effective and undaunted they were. All the Luftwaffe day fighter
pilots who flew single-seater aircraft and won the Knight's Cross
during the war are featured. The entries give information about
their early lives and pre-war careers and record how many aircraft
they shot down, the type of aircraft involved and where and when
the combat took place. Included are accounts of particular actions
which led to the award of the Knight's Cross, and the fate of these
remarkable pilots later in the war and in the post-war world is
described too. Jeremy Dixon's book will be fascinating reading and
reference for anyone who is interested in the aviation history of
the Second World War.
General
Imprint: |
Pen & Sword Aviation
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
July 2023 |
Authors: |
Jeremy Dixon
|
Dimensions: |
234 x 156mm (L x W) |
Pages: |
320 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-5267-7864-2 |
Categories: |
Books
|
LSN: |
1-5267-7864-5 |
Barcode: |
9781526778642 |
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