WW I French Lafayette Escadrille & American volunteer pilots “FIRST TO FLY”
The war forged an industry that would redefine transportation and warfare for future generations. Drawing on rarely seen primary sources, Flood chronicles the startling success of that intrepid band, and gives a compelling look at the rise of aviation and a new era of warfare.
WW I Hobby Helpers # 150- B “THE FOKKERS OF WORLD WAR ONE” 1960 ed
The illustrated infographics turn data into something beautiful.
Fokker Aircraft of WWI, Volume 2 – Eindeckers (Great War Aviation Centennial)
This story is told in text, specifications, more than 700 rare photos, 24 color profiles, and 4 1/48 scale drawings of the aircraft in its 402 pages. Fokker Aircraft of WWI. Paperback : 402 pages. Language : English.
WW I RCF & US Fighter Ace 10 kills “WAR BIRD”
War Birds, his masterpiece, inspired many books and films on the youth of World War I and the twenties. During the depression, Springs expanded the family textile mills in South Carolina, as others were retrenching, and made Springmaid sheets and the Springmaid girls household words.
Fokker Aircraft of WWI, Volume 3 – Early Biplane (Great War Aviation Centennial)
Because these fighters were not successful, information and photographs of them are not plentiful, and this book is an attempt to correct that. The story of these fighters is told here in 470 photos, 30 color profiles, and 6 scale drawings of the D.I–D.V production aircraft and the M.16 prototype in standard 1/48 scale in its 294 pages.
British “THE DISASTROUS FALL & TRIUMPHANT RISE OF THE FLEET AIR ARM 1912-1945”
Adlam charts the catalogue of errors that blighted the history of the Naval Air Service, which followed the disastrous decision in April 1922 to transfer the whole of the Air Service of the Royal Navy to form the new RAF.
WW I Squadron / Signal Aircraft # 69 “S. E. 5 A IN ACTION”
The illustrated infographics turn data into something beautiful.
WW I Osprey Aviation Elite Units # 28 “USAF 1ST PURSUIT GROUP”
Starting operations in March 1918, the Group initially flew Nieuport 28s, now rejected by the French, and quickly showed its quality. Its publication marks the 90th anniversary of 1st Pursuit Group’s distinguished contribution to Allied victory.
WW I Hobby Helpers # 150 “THE SIXTY BEST AIRPLANES OF WORLD WAR ONE” 1960 ed
You will find that the illustrated maps show trade routes clearly.
German Night Fighter Aces of World War 2 (Aircraft of the Aces Men & Legends#11)
A nice touch in this activity book is the bonus content accessible online.
WW I Squadron / Signal Aircraft # 158 “FOKKER EINDECKER IN ACTION”
What makes this edition special is the illustrated foreword.
WW I Pilots & planes 1914-1918 “THE GREAT AIR WAR” 19698 ed
What stands out about this activity book is the quirky themes on each page.
WW II 1941-42 Desert RAF #451 Hurricane pilot “MESSERSCHMITT ROULETTE”
It is the history of 451 Squadron, Royal Australian Air Force, as seen through the eyes of an RAF pilot. Equipped with ageing Hurricane Mk. The author, an English officer, had to battle not only enemy flak and fighters but the early scorn of his Australian comrades.
WW II thru VIETNAM “FLYING SCOREBOARDS: AIRCRAFT MISSION AND KILL MARKINGS”
Nose art books are a popular part of military aviation history. Modellers would especially love this book. The WWII chapter, the largest in the book with 52 pages, has sections on USAAF fighters & bombers, USN aircraft, British a/c, Russian a/c, German a/c, etc.
WW II 15th Air Force 2nd Bomb Group 20th Squadron – B-17 Crew “BLOODY SKIES”
Also, the importance of the unity of the crew has not been sufficiently emphasized. BLOODY SKIES is the story of a Fifteenth Air Force, Second Bomb Group (H), Twentieth Squadron, B-17 crew that often flew the notorious “Old Flak Holes,” and how they learned to respect and trust each other.
WW I German Nava Airship Division Luftschiffe “ZEPPELINS OF WORLD WAR I”
What stands out about this activity book is the bright, engaging layout.
Colors & Markings of the F-15 Eagle by Bert Kinzey & Ray Leader (1993, TPB)
Colors & Markings of the F-15 Eagle by Bert Kinzey & Ray Leader (1993, Trade Paperback). A Detail & Scale Aviation Publication. C&M Vol. 20 Part 1: Regular Air Force Fighter Wings.Over 100 Color Photographs.
The Lexington Class Carriers Robert C. Stern United States Navy HC/DJ 1993
The Lexington-Class Carriers book, signed by Robert C. Stern, provides a detailed technical history of United States Navy carriers in the 20th century. This illustrated hardcover book, published in 1993 by Naval Institute Press, covers maritime history and military subjects in a nonfiction narrative. With a focus on the Lexington class carriers, the book offers a comprehensive exploration of their design, construction, and service in the United States Navy. Perfect for young adults and adults interested in naval history, this book is a valuable addition to any collection.
Panzers In Saumur No.2 Panther Ausf.A, Jagdpanther, 15cm Panzerwerfer Photo Book
A nice touch is the illustrated timeline that runs along the bottom.
15 cm s.FH 18 German Heavy Howitzer (Camera On 12)
The 15 cm schwere Feldhaubitze 18 or s.FH 18 (heavy field howitzer, model 18) was the basic German division-level heavy howitzer during the Second World War. 15 cm s.FH 18 German Heavy Howitzer. The gun was officially introduced into service on 23 May 1935 and by the outbreak of war the Wehrmacht had about 1,353 of these guns in service.
THE EUROPEAN SCRAP BOOK, Wm. H. Wise Co., 1928, Second Printing, 24,000 copies
WM. H. WISE CO., PUBLISHER. SECOND PRINTING, 24,000 COPIES.
Michael Herr, Dispatches. First Edition, Third Printing Hardcover.
Clean, tight first edition, third printing hardcover in Very Good condition. Despite its age, indicators strongly suggest this is an unread copy. Pages are clean, crisp and bright. Binding is firm and tight.
Department of the South Hilton Head Island in the Civil War Robert Carse 1976 SC
In good, used condition. Tight spine. Light wear from age and use.
Rare Texas Book “Tent to Towers” Dallas Time Line 1841-1982 Pegasus Magnolia Oil
Rare Texas Booklet “Tent to Towers — A Dallas Time Line 1841-1982″Copyright 1982 by Dallas Public Library, Resource Publication SeriesBy Lucile Boykin and Mary BrinkerhoffEdited by Ervin EatensonGraphic Design by Paula BarberEditorial Assistant Maxine HolmesPrinted with the assistance of The Dallas Morning News Softbound; 48 pages; about 6″ wide by 6” high “Pegasus is probably Dallas’ best-loved and most widely recognized symbol. In 1973 a Dallas City Council resolution designated the ‘Flying Red Horse’ a landmark sign of the city. The cover design for this Time Line is by Paula Barber. The drawing used for Pegasus is by Kenneth M. Brown.” “1934: Pegasus, the flying red horse, was erected atop the Magnolia Building in less than six weeks, in time to welcome delegates to a national petroleum institute. It was the world’s largest revolving sign.”
Charleston at War: The Photographic Record, 1860-1865 by Jack Thomson, Inscribed
You will enjoy the illustrated annotations from previous readers.