F4U Corsair Versus A6M Zero-Sen: Rabaul And The Solomons 1943–44 Mr Michael John Claringbould Osprey Publishing Αγγλικά Βιβλία History World

The Aerial Clashes Between Iconic Corsair And Zero-Sen Translated Into A Contest Of Speed Altitude For Former Versus Latter’s Outstanding Agility Range Whilst F4U Eventually Proved To Be Superior Fighter In Pacific Operations Its Introduction Combat This Theatre Initially Demonstrated Weaknesses Indeed ‘Saint Valentine\ S Day Massacre’ Debacle Showcased Exemplary Tactics American Losses Were Sufficient Magnitude That Further Daylight Missions Toward Bougainville Discontinued Until Allied Could Improved As Result Next Two Months Corsair’s Results Much Subdued Only Became Superb When Both Pilots Their Commanders Worked Out How Deploy Gull-Wing Design Effectively Optimum Circumstances Effective Engagement Did Not Always Occur Remained Against February 1944 South After Which All Ijnaf Units Vacated Rabaul Book Closely Examines These Different Fighters Solomons Unique Geographic Conditions Shaped Deployment Effectiveness It Contains Rare Photographs Digital Artwork Accurately Showcases Aligns Combats Types In-Theatre With Unprecedented Accuracy Sides Vastly Over-Claimed Full Access Us Navy Marine Corps Records Numbers Will Presented Σελίδες: 80 Έτος Έκδοσης: 0705 Διαστάσεις: 18 4X18 4Cm