In the 1920s, the development of equipment for dropping men and containers made it possible to develop tactics for getting troops behind enemy lines. However, holding the ground until the rest of the attacking troops were brought up required a considerable amount of equipment. Thus, the glider proved to be an indispensable component for transporting vehicles and artillery pieces over enemy terrain. Of all the warring parties, the Americans were the most willing to utilise this new method of transporting troops and equipment. This book describes the development of the programme, the design and manufacture of the cargo gliders, the training of the pilots and their participation in the most important operations of the Second World War.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Esvelin, Philippe
Title
Winged Commandos. L'histoire des planeurs américains de la Seconde Guerre mondiale
Details
French text, very many illustrations, large format. 399 pages.
State
new
D-Day 103-105, Rue Marcelis 1970 Wezenbeek-Oppern Belgien
