Thomas, A./Davey, C. (Illustr.) Spitfire Aces of Burma and the Pacific

Name: Thomas, A./Davey, C. (Illustr.): Spitfire Aces of Burma and the Pacific
Brand: Osprey Publishing
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English text, paperback, many bw-illustrations, colour profiles. 96 pages.

Manufacturer: Osprey Publishing
Manufacturer No.: 9781846034220
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The Japanese Army Air Force's invasion of Burma during 1941-42 was at first a huge success against the RAF who struggled to support the Chindit expedition on the ground. Yet the arrival of the Spitfire was to change the fortunes of the RAF and the outcome of the battle. Proving a huge boost to morale, the Spitfire played a large part in defeating the enemy and covering the subsequent Allied advance through Burma, protecting the ground troops and providing vital supplies. The arrival of Spitfire units at this crucial time also had an immediate effect in blunting enemy air raids on Calcutta and along the coast of East Bengal, whilst in Northern Australia, the Spitfire was called upon to defend against surprise raids by the Japanese. Covering the little documented aerial war over Burma, this book tells the stories of the 54 aces who flew against the Japanese, and also those who fought in India and Australia. Full-color artwork reveals the markings and paint schemes of this most-famous of British planes, whilst first-hand accounts and archive photographs bring the aerial battles of Burma, India and Australia to life.

Group: Books (first-hand)
Author: Thomas, A./Davey, C. (Illustr.)
Title: Spitfire Aces of Burma and the Pacific
Details: English text, paperback, many bw-illustrations, colour profiles. 96 pages.
Series: Osprey - Aircraft of the Aces
State: new

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