Makanna's collection spans the full range of World War II combat aircraft, including American Corsairs, British Spitfires, German Messerschmitts, and Japanese Zeros. Full-color photos, interspersed with duotone archival images, dramatic historical quotes and compelling accounts by the pilots, create a moving tribute to these legendary planes and the courageous men who flew them.
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"Dazzling" -- SMITHSONIAN AIR AND SPACE
"If I could choose one book to hand down to my children, this would have to be it." -- WARBIRDS WORLDWIDE
"Luminous" -- AMERICAN HERITAGE
"Magnificent!" -- NEW YORK TIMES --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.
"If I could choose one book to hand down to my children, this would have to be it." -- WARBIRDS WORLDWIDE
"Luminous" -- AMERICAN HERITAGE
"Magnificent!" -- NEW YORK TIMES --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.
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These books provide a fascinating reference resource, spanning military aviation from its very beginnings right up to present day.
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Dear Buyers,This has to be the most beautiful documentation of World War II aviation. Looking at the amazing pictures, I think of my days flying Hellcats in the Pacific. This book brings tears to my eyes reading Phil Makanna's beautiful writing. This book is nothing short of superb. Thank You.
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The photography alone makes this a 10 as far as WWII aviation books go, but this book has a lot more including snipits of history and some of the most meaningful quotes from WW2 heroes and leaders.
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My husband is a WWII buff and he loves anything to do with aircraft. We found this book on other sights, but this had the best price. Ordering was easy and it came in time for Christmas. Thank you!
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