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  • American Eagles: US Fighter Pilots in the RAF 1939–1945

    by Tony Holmes ...
    Series series Images of War
    American Eagles provides a photographic snapshot of the lives of the American fighter pilots who volunteered their services during World War II, as well as the Spitfires and Hurricanes they flew. Keen to help Britain stem the spread of Fascism, or perhaps seeking adventure in a foreign land, a number of American citizens defied the wishes of their government by crossing the border into Canada and ... Read more

    $11.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Star-Spangled Spitfires

    by Tony Holmes ...
    Series series Images of War
    Through the medium of period photography, Star-Spangled Spitfires chronicles the combat operations of the USAAF units equipped with the iconic Supermarine fighter whilst employed in both the European and Mediterranean theaters of war, from the summer of 1942 right up to the end of the conflict.Only a handful of British combat aircraft wore the stars and bars of the USAAF during the Second World ... Read more

    $11.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • World War II Fighter Planes Spotter's Guide

    by Tony Holmes ...
    A compact but comprehensive guide to the iconic fighter planes that fought during World War II, which features full colour profile artwork throughout.World War II saw pilots from around the world battling in the skies over Europe, Asia and Africa, with victory resting upon their nerve, skill and the capabilities of some of history's most iconic aircraft. In the chaos of battle, it was vital that ... Read more

    $8.69 USD

  • Spitfire I

    Phoney War and Battle of France

    by Tony Holmes ...
    Series Book 13 - Dogfight
    An illustrated study of the legendary Spitfire and the evolving tactics behind its early defence of Britain's shores.The Spitfire endures as one of the most iconic aircraft of World War II. Nevertheless, its initial skirmishes and battles yielded as many challenges as successes, with German forces soon outpacing pre-war RAF tactics and exploiting the Spitfire's modest endurance to their advantage. ... Read more

    $17.49 USD

  • Air Combat

    Dogfights of World War II

    by Dmitriy Khazanov, Aleksander Medved, Edward M. Young, Tony Holmes ...
    This book brings together the best and most iconic fighters of World War II, pitted against one another in desperate aerial combat.The battle for the skies in World War II fuelled a race between rival air forces to develop ever faster and more capable fighter aircraft – and the struggle for air superiority was never over until the war itself ended.This volume explores four clashes of some of the ... Read more

    $20.09 USD

  • Spitfire

    by Tony Holmes ...
    Bursting with exciting full-colour illustrations, colour artwork and contemporary photographs, this is a handy, complete guide to the most famous military aircraft in history.The Spitfire is an icon of World War II, becoming the darling of the British public through defending the skies during the Battle of Britain. The Spitfire's combat ability and superb handling meant it was loved by British, ... Read more

    $8.89 USD

  • Plane Spotter’s Guide

    by Tony Holmes ...
    A compact guide to 70 of the most iconic aircraft to have shaped warfare over the last 100 years.Aviation has revolutionised warfare over the last 100 years, and this new pocket guide gives the reader the essential details of 70 iconic aircraft, including the Sopwith Camel, the Spitfire, the Messerschmitt Bf 109, the P-51 Mustang and the F-4 Phantom.Drawing on Osprey's comprehensive aviation ... Read more

    $8.69 USD

  • Spitfire

    The Legend Lives On

    by John Dibbs, Tony Holmes ...
    Published to coincide with the 80th birthday of the Spitfire this is a gripping and visually spectacular volume, which celebrates the life of Britain's most iconic military aircraft.The Spitfire turns 80 on 5 March 2016, and the passion for the RAF's best-loved fighter is running at an all-time high. There are more than 50 Spitfires flying in the world today, and John Dibbs has shot virtually all ... Read more

    $25.89 USD

  • Hurricane

    Hawker's Fighter Legend

    by John Dibbs, Tony Holmes, Mr Gordon Riley ...
    2017 marks the 80th anniversary of the remarkable Hawker Hurricane formally entering service.The RAF's first monoplane fighter, it dragged the Air Force into a position where it could defend Britain in her 'hour of need'. The true workhorse of the RAF, the Hurricane came into its own in the hot summer months of 1940 valiantly defending the skies above Britain.Outnumbering Spitfires three to one, ... Read more

    $25.89 USD

  • ‘Twelve to One’ V Fighter Command Aces of the Pacific

    by Tony Holmes ...
    Series Book 61 - Aircraft of the Aces
    This volume details the experiences of 107 elite American aces in combat against the Japanese.The highest scoring US pilots of World War 2 fought against the Japanese Army Air Force and Imperial Japanese Navy over the jungles of New Guinea and the Philippines. Flying P-38s and P-47s, men such as Dick Bong and Thomas McGuire won the Medal of Honor for their successes in combat in 1943-45. 'Twelve ... Read more

    $17.09 USD

  • US Navy Hornet Units of Operation Iraqi Freedom (Part One)

    by Tony Holmes ...
    Series Book 46 - Combat Aircraft
    An illustrated history of the F/A-18 Hornet which, in its various guises, was the 'universal soldier' of OIF, with around 250 seeing combat.Flown by various squadrons and groups, the Hornet attacked a range of targets including tanks of the various Iraqi Republican Guard units and government buildings housing elements of the Baath party regime. Apart from its ability to drop precision munitions ... Read more

    $16.39 USD

  • F-14 Tomcat Units of Operation Enduring Freedom

    by Tony Holmes ...
    Series Book 70 - Combat Aircraft
    An insightful study of the use of this iconic modern fast jet in support of Special Operation Forces and other roles. The first-hand accounts and photographs from private collections makes this a unique book.The legendary F-14 Tomcat was the weapon of choice to strike against the enemies of the United States in the wake of the September 11 attacks, with F-14s flying thousands of bombing missions ... Read more

    $16.39 USD