C-47 Skytrain
the "gooney bird" from douglas
$49.54
- Hardcover
144 pages
- Release Date
28 March 2024
Summary
The Douglas C-47 Skytrain and its near twin, the C-53 Skytrooper, formed the backbone of American airborne transport during WWII. In addition to hauling cargo, these aircraft also delivered paratroopers to the front, including the Normandy invasion. The aircraft also towed troop-laden gliders during these operations and incredibly could also snatch gliders from the ground while the C-47 was in flight. Derived from the Douglas DC-3, the C-47 saw service with US and Allied militaries in Korea a…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780764367908 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0764367900 |
| Author: | David Doyle |
| Publisher: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Imprint: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 144 |
| Release Date: | 28 March 2024 |
| Weight: | 45g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 229mm |
| Series: | Legends of Warfare: Aviation |
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About The Author
David Doyle
David Doyle is a prolific author best known for his archive of superb vintage photography. He serves as the editor for History in Motion, the official publication of the Military Vehicle Preservation Association, an organization for which he also serves on the board of directors. He lives in Memphis, Tennessee.
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