Stewart, Adrian Ten Squadrons of Hurricanes

For many years the importance and contribution of the Hawker Hurricane was eclipsed by the Spitfire but statistically the Hurricane was superior in the majority of cases. Thanks to Tommy Sopwiths initiative and gamble the Hurricane was ready at the outbreak of the Second World War and in service throughout. As this superbly researched book reveals by examining the roles, actions and personalities of ten Hurricane squadrons, this iconic aircraft was not only exceptionally robust but astonishingly versatile. We track its performance from the Battle of France and Britain through the Middle East, Italy and on to Burma. It excelled as day and night interceptor, intruder and importantly as a rocket firing tank buster. The Hurricane inspired great loyalty among its pilots and their colorful personalities and thrilling experiences make this book an informative and entertaining read.

As this well-researched book shows by examining the missions, actions and personalities of ten 'Hurricane' squadrons, this aircraft was not only exceptionally robust but also amazingly versatile. We follow its performances from the Battle of France and Britain to the Middle East, Italy and Burma. It excelled as a day and night fighter, attack aircraft and, above all, as a missile-armed tank buster. The "Hurricane" had many loyal followers among the pilots who flew it, and their colourful personalities and exciting experiences make this book an informative and entertaining read.