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Condition: New. Hardback 544 pages with 339 black-and-white and 34 colour photographsPublished Price £45 Royal Air Force Fighter Command's brief was to provide an effective aerial barrier to any attempt at domination of British skies. The aircraft and technical resources on hand between 1936 and WWII's initiation were thankfully improved to a level that was barely sufficient to withstand the hitherto unchallengeable Luftwaffe's advance across Western Europe. Between 1940 and 1942 the Command generally found itself on the back-foot in terms of overall success. The introduction of aircraft designs that would change the situation, however costly, in its ultimate favour, featured prominently from the midpoint of WWII. The Luftwaffe found itself being challenged and regularly bested 'round the clock'; by the advent of D-Day the Command's efforts had materially contributed to the Allied on-surge that had placed its adversary on a permanent downward spiral towards total extinctionOverseas clients please note: Due to excessively high wrapped weight shipping is weighted on this title. Book.…

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hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Oversized hardcover with dust jacket. Dust jacket is glossy, vibrant, and tight; top left corner of spine has a small tear. Corners are square and binding is tight. 331 clean and bright pages; there are no markings throughout the book. Images printed in B&W. Overall, this book is in very good condition. We ship every day from a real neighborhood bookstore. This description is written by an actual person, who is holding the book in front of them to make sure it?s properly described. …

Hardback. Condition: New. Royal Air Force Fighter Command's brief was to provide an effective aerial barrier to any attempt at domination of British skies. The aircraft and technical resources on hand between 1936 and WWII's initiation were thankfully improved to a level that was barely sufficient to withstand the hitherto unchallengeable Luftwaffe's advance across Western Europe. Between 1940 and 1942 the Command generally found itself on the back-foot in terms of overall success. The introduction of aircraft designs that would change the situation, however costly, in its ultimate favour, featured prominently from the mid-point of WWII. The Luftwaffe found itself being challenged and regularly bested 'round the clock'; by the advent of D-Day the Command's efforts had materially contributed to the Allied on-surge that had placed its adversary on a permanent downward spiral towards total extinction.…

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Hardback. Condition: New. Royal Air Force Fighter Command's brief was to provide an effective aerial barrier to any attempt at domination of British skies. The aircraft and technical resources on hand between 1936 and WWII's initiation were thankfully improved to a level that was barely sufficient to withstand the hitherto unchallengeable Luftwaffe's advance across Western Europe. Between 1940 and 1942 the Command generally found itself on the back-foot in terms of overall success. The introduction of aircraft designs that would change the situation, however costly, in its ultimate favour, featured prominently from the mid-point of WWII. The Luftwaffe found itself being challenged and regularly bested 'round the clock'; by the advent of D-Day the Command's efforts had materially contributed to the Allied on-surge that had placed its adversary on a permanent downward spiral towards total extinction.…

Condition: New. Num Pages: 331 pages, over 460 color/bw images. BIC Classification: HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 289 x 224 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1960. The 458th Bomb Group (H), 8th USAAF at Horsham St. Faith 1944-1945. 331 pages, illustrations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: HBW. Dimension: 289 x 224 x 34. Weight: 1962. . 2010. . . . . …

Condition: New. Num Pages: 331 pages, over 460 color/bw images. BIC Classification: HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 289 x 224 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1960. The 458th Bomb Group (H), 8th USAAF at Horsham St. Faith 1944-1945. 331 pages, illustrations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: HBW. Dimension: 289 x 224 x 34. Weight: 1962. . 2010. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. …

Hardback. Condition: New. Royal Air Force Fighter Command's brief was to provide an effective aerial barrier to any attempt at domination of British skies. The aircraft and technical resources on hand between 1936 and WWII's initiation were thankfully improved to a level that was barely sufficient to withstand the hitherto unchallengeable Luftwaffe's advance across Western Europe. Between 1940 and 1942 the Command generally found itself on the back-foot in terms of overall success. The introduction of aircraft designs that would change the situation, however costly, in its ultimate favour, featured prominently from the mid-point of WWII. The Luftwaffe found itself being challenged and regularly bested 'round the clock'; by the advent of D-Day the Command's efforts had materially contributed to the Allied on-surge that had placed its adversary on a permanent downward spiral towards total extinction.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very good. Presumed First Edition, First printing. The format is approximately 8.75 inches by 11.25 inches. 256 pages. Illustrations (some in color). Appendix. Index. Some of the text is in three-column format. Illustrated dust jacket has slight wear and soiling. This is a large, heavy oversized book that if sent outside of the United States would require additional shipping charges. Ron Mackay?s involvement with military aviation began during the Second World War. The local Coastal Command airfield at his birthplace of Wick, Scotland, provided a wealth of RAF and USAAF designs with which to stimulate his interest, which was subsequently sustained by National Service in the RAF. A working knowledge of German has expanded his field of study into the Luftwaffe. He has published over thirty books covering the aforementioned Allied and Axis Air Forces, which include several co-authored examples. This is a study of one of the 8th USAAF?s sub-units. The 1st Combat Bomb Wing (1CBW), created on 13 September 1943, was preceded first by the 1st Bomb Wing, and then the 101st Provisional Bomb Wing, which included the 91BG as an element. By then, the 91BG was joined by the 351BG and 381BG, with the 351BG later displaced by the 398BG. The operational experience of these units virtually spanned the entire 33 months of the "Mighty Eighth?s" existence and the often costly but finally successful campaign to deny Hitler?s Germany the means with which to pursue its warped dreams of conquest. Authorized in the Regular Army on 15 August 1919 as the 1st Wing Headquarters. Organized on 16 August 1919 at Kelly Field, Texas. Provided command and control of all United States Army Air Service units conducting patrol duties 1919?22 along the Mexican Border from Brownsville, Texas, to the California-Arizona border, Assigned to the GHQ, US Army in 1921. Reorganized 19 July 1922 as 1st Wing (Provisional) Headquarters and assigned responsibility to perform duties as the headquarters for the Advanced Flying School at Kelly Field. Inactivated on 26 June 1924. Allotted to the Eighth Corps Area on 29 February 1927. Fort Sam Houston, Texas, designated as headquarters on organization, but the unit was never organized at that location. Designated headquarters location changed on 14 September 1928 to Kelly Field. Re-designated as Headquarters, 1st Bombardment Wing on 8 May 1929. Activated on 1 April 1931 at March Field, California. Re-designated as Headquarters, 1st Pursuit Wing on 18 August 1933. Re-designated Headquarters, 1st Wing on 1 March 1935 and assigned to the General Headquarters Air Force (GHQAF). Transferred on 27 May 1941 to Tucson Municipal Airport, later Tucson Army Air Field, Arizona, under IV Bomber Command. After the Pearl Harbor Attack, initially supervised Heavy Bomber Operational Training at Tucson AAF. Re-designated as 1st Bombardment Wing and reassigned to VIII Bomber Command and deployed to England July?August 1942. In England, mission was command and control of B-17 Flying Fortress bombardment groups stationed in East Anglia, receiving operational orders from VIII BC headquarters and mobilizing subordinate groups for strategic bombardment attacks on enemy targets in Occupied Europe. Operated primarily from RAF Bassingbourn, Cambridgeshire. Served in combat in the European Theater of Operations (ETO) from August 1942 until 25 April 1945, receiving a Distinguished Unit Citation (DUC) for an attack on aircraft factories in Germany on 11 January 1944. Returned to the United States in August 1945. Inactivated on 7 November 1945. Mike Bailey (dust jacket front cover illustration) (illustrator).…

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Hardback. Condition: New. Royal Air Force Fighter Command's brief was to provide an effective aerial barrier to any attempt at domination of British skies. The aircraft and technical resources on hand between 1936 and WWII's initiation were thankfully improved to a level that was barely sufficient to withstand the hitherto unchallengeable Luftwaffe's advance across Western Europe. Between 1940 and 1942 the Command generally found itself on the back-foot in terms of overall success. The introduction of aircraft designs that would change the situation, however costly, in its ultimate favour, featured prominently from the mid-point of WWII. The Luftwaffe found itself being challenged and regularly bested 'round the clock'; by the advent of D-Day the Command's efforts had materially contributed to the Allied on-surge that had placed its adversary on a permanent downward spiral towards total extinction.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very good. Presumed First Edition, First printing. 331, [5] pages. Illustrated end papers. Illustrations (some in color). Tabular Data. Casualty List. Mission List. Aircraft List. Color Gallery. Color Profiles. Index. In a very good dust jacket. The 458th Bomb Group (H) entered combat with the 8th Air Force early in 1944. Based at Horsham St. Faith in England, the combat crews participated in the decisive Campaigns 'Big Week', 'Big B', D-Day and the assault on Germany's oil industry waged by the USAAF up to VE-Day. The group also tested the operational use of 'Azon' radio-controlled bombs. The 458th flew a total of 240 missions, during which over 13,000 tons of ordnance was dropped, and was achieved at the cost of sixty-five crews MIA or involved in operational accidents. This is their complete history. From the unit's on-line posting: "Liberators Over Norwich," the definitive history of the 458th Bombardment Group. "Liberators Over Norwich" stands as a testament to his tremendous dedication and unwavering commitment to preserving the legacy of the 458th Bombardment Group. Darin Scorza's personal connection to the group runs deep, as his father, Samuel Scorza, served as a Navigator in the 458th Bomb Group. Darin has his father's diary from his time in the 458th. That very diary would go on to be a major factor during the research process and offers a unique and unparalleled first-person account of this remarkable history. Ron Mackay's involvement with military aviation began during the Second World War. He has published twenty-seven books covering Allied and Axis Air Forces, which include several co-authored examples. Supported by esteemed authors Ron Mackay and Mike Bailey, Darin Scorza led the team in delving deep into rare source materials, official records, reports, and personal artifacts to compile the most comprehensive and accurate narrative of the 458th Bombardment Group available. Samuel Scorza's personal diary was a pivotal moment, as it provided an intimate and vivid account of the group's experiences. There are over 400 remarkable photographs, many of which are published here for the very first time. These image bring to life the awe-inspiring events and the courageous individuals who shaped the history of the 458th Bombardment Group. One of the highlights of this publication is the inclusion of several original color side views of the group's Liberators, meticulously painted by British aviation artist Mike Bailey. "Liberators Over Norwich" offers meticulously researched appendices that provide a wealth of invaluable information. Delve into the full mission history, explore detailed casualty lists, and uncover comprehensive aircraft records. "Liberators Over Norwich" is a testament to Darin Scorza's dedication and passion, as well as the collective efforts of the research team. Its 300 pages are a testament to the extensive research and the commitment to preserving the legacy of the 458th Bombardment Group. The group was first activated during World War II as the 458th Bombardment Group. After training with Consolidated B-24 Liberator heavy bombers in the United States, it deployed to the European Theater of Operations, where it participated in the strategic bombing campaign against Germany. Following V-E Day, the squadron returned to the United States, where it began training with Boeing B-29 Superfortresses. It was inactivated in October 1945. The 458th Bombardment Group was activated at Wendover Field, Utah on 1 July 1943, with the 752d, 753d, 754th and 755th Bombardment Squadrons assigned. The group arrived at its combat station, RAF Horsham St. Faith near Norwich in eastern England on 1 February 1944. Aircrews had begun arriving on 24 January. The last bombers of the 458th arrived on 16 February. It entered the strategic bombing campaign against Germany during Big Week. Its first missions, flown on 24 and 25 February 1944. On 2 March it began flying strategic bombardment missions. Its targets included an aircraft manufacturing plant at Brandenburg an der H. Mike Bailey (color side view illustrations) (illustrator).…