The RAF and RAAF's de Havilland DH 98 Mosquito played an important role in forcing the Japanese to retreat from Burma and the Far East. Thanks to its innovative composite wood construction, first-class performance and superbly balanced handling, the Mossie was ideal for attacks and long-range aerial reconnaissance flights, although it was susceptible to the hot, humid climate and difficult weather conditions. In addition, Mosquito crews carried out their missions with great skill and determination, whether flying into jungle vegetation to attack supply lines, supporting ground attacks on artillery positions, denying airspace to the Japanese, or identifying enemy command centres. In this study, author Jeremy Walsh examines the aircraft's background, its operational history with RAF and RAAF squadrons in the Far East, and its contribution to Allied success in this often forgotten theatre of war. Reports from aircraft crews provide first-hand perspectives, while archive photographs and 21 newly commissioned aircraft profiles detail the aerodynamic efficiency and revolutionary nature of the Mosquito design.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Walsh, Jeremy/Hector, Gareth (Illustr.)/Swiatlon, Janusz
