Amid the continuous struggle for aerial superiority during World War 1, two aircraft types were at the forefront. Both rotary-engined fighters, the Sopwith Camel and the Fokker Dr I triplane were relatively slow for their time, but were regarded as the most maneuverable machines produced during the conflict, and the classic pair for a tight, evenly matched dogfight at close quarters. In this book Jon Guttman examines the fascinating story of the design and development of these deadly foes. First-hand accounts and innovative cockpit-view artwork give a thrilling insight into the pilots' experiences during the world's first aerial duels and explain their successes and failures.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Guttman, J./Dempsey, H. (Illustr.)/Laurer, J. (Illustr.)
Title
Sopwith Camel vs Fokker DR I. Western Front 1917-18
Details
English text, paperback, many bw- and colour illustrations. 80 pages.
