RAF Mustang and Thunderbolt Aces by Andrew Thomas
A look at the RAF service of the two most recognizable American-built fighters. The P-51 Mustang and P-47 Thunderbolt were the finest American fighters of World War 2, and both saw service with the RAF in substantial numbers. The RAF began flying the Mustang in 1944, using it to fly bomber escort missions, and deploying to support the ground campaigns in Italy and the Balkans. It was also flown by a number of Polish units in the RAF. The P-47 Thunderbolt was the best fighter available in CBI theatre, where it was flown by a number of aces against the Japanese, mainly in a ground support role. Although these two fighter types are most associated with the Americans, this book details the important role they performed serving in the RAF.
Andrew Thomas is one of Britain's leading RAF researchers having published numerous articles and books on the subject as well as readily assisting other authors. Having joined the RAF to fly straight from school he has maintained his enthusiastic interest in the history and development of his Service throughout his career. This is his eleventh title in the Osprey Aircraft of the Aces Series.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781846039799 |
| ISBN 10 | 1846039797 |
| Title | RAF Mustang and Thunderbolt Aces |
| Author | Andrew Thomas |
| Series | Aircraft Of The Aces |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Osprey Publishing |
| Year published | 2010-04-20 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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