B-26 Invader Units over Korea

Thompson, Warren

ISBN 10: 1841760803 / ISBN 13: 9781841760803

Published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 2000

Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 13639885-75

Synopsis:

Although a hangover from World War II, the seemingly antiquated B-26 Invader proved to be one of the hardest-worked assets employed by the UN forces in Korea for the duration of the conflict. Indeed, B-26s of the 3rd Bomber Group had the distinction of being the first aircraft to drop ordnance on the North Koreans within hours of the communist invasion of the south. Capable of dropping bombs and napalm, firing off unguided rockets or simply strafing targets with its battery of .50-cal Browning guns, the B-26 was equally as effective during the day or at night. Over 200 bomber and reconnaissance variants saw action in Korea, and many were adorned with some of the most colourful nose art ever carried by American combat aircraft in any war. This volume includes a gallery of this artwork, with text outlining the exploits of the pilots featured, and appendices listing the units involved.

Bibliographic Details

Title: B-26 Invader Units over Korea
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good