Fighter Aircraft, The World Encyclopedia of
An illustrated history from the early planes of World War I to the supersonic jets of today
$48.47
- Hardcover
272 pages
- Release Date
9 December 2020
Summary
In this new, fully updated edition, expert author Francis Crosby traces the development of fighters from World War I to the present day, and highlights actions in which fighters played a crucial role.
The A-Z sections form an illustrated guide to over 170 fighter aircraft. The first covers aircraft from the pioneering days of air fighting in World War I through to the early jets at the end of World War II, and the second focuses on the remarkable advances of post-World War II, mainly …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780754834748 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0754834743 |
| Author: | Francis Crosby |
| Publisher: | Anness Publishing |
| Imprint: | Lorenz Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 272 |
| Release Date: | 9 December 2020 |
| Weight: | 1.34kg |
| Dimensions: | 30mm x 379mm x 244mm |
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About The Author
Francis Crosby
Francis Crosby developed a profound interest in aviation from a young age. After qualifying and working as an archaeologist, he joined the Imperial War Museum’s Duxford branch in England in 1985, a renowned global hub for aviation enthusiasts. He held research and exhibition positions at the museum, led its Marketing Department for many years, and subsequently established his own consultancy. Crosby has authored numerous works on historic aviation and served as a consultant for media and publishing companies. His published works include Bombers and The World Encyclopedia of Naval Aircraft.
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