B-52 Stratofortress: Boeing's Iconic Bomber from 1952 to the Present by David Do

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One of America's most famous aircraft, the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress continues to form the backbone of the US nuclear deterrent, and it has also become the nation's principle heavy tactical bomber. It has filled this role since the the early years of the Cold War, the heavy bombing raids during the Vietnam War, and recently in Iraq and Afghanistan. The history of this iconic aircraft is presented through carefully researched photos, many of which have never before been published. Its design and development during the post-WWII years, through the many modifications and upgrades up to the present day are covered in detail. Large, clear photos, coupled with descriptive and informative captions, put the reader on the airfield and in the sky with this historic aircraft. Part of the Legends of Warfare series. AUTHOR: Author of more than 100 books, David Doyle's aviation books are noted for their thorough coverage of historic aircraft and his celebrated ability to locate scarce vintage imagery. 193 colour and b/w photographs

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Author of more than 100 books, David Doyle's aviation books are noted for their thorough coverage of historic aircraft and his celebrated ability to locate scarce vintage imagery.

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One of America's most famous aircraft, the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress continues to form the backbone of the US nuclear deterrent, and it has also become the nation's principle heavy tactical bomber. It has filled this role since the the early years of the Cold War, the heavy bombing raids during the Vietnam War, and recently in Iraq and Afghanistan. The history of this iconic aircraft is presented through carefully researched photos, many of which have never before been published. Its design and development during the post-WWII years, through the many modifications and upgrades up to the present day are covered in detail. Large, clear photos, coupled with descriptive and informative captions, put the reader on the airfield and in the sky with this historic aircraft. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.

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From development through its use during the Cold War, Vietnam, Desert Storm, to the present Chronicles the design evolution and modification, and use of the B-52 during its 60+ year history Profusely illustrated with scarce archival photographs from diverse collections, including previously unpublished images

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From development through its use during the Cold War, Vietnam, Desert Storm, to the present Chronicles the design evolution and modification, and use of the B-52 during its 60+ year history Profusely illustrated with scarce archival photographs from diverse collections, including previously unpublished images

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From development through its use during the Cold War, Vietnam, Desert Storm, to the present Chronicles the design evolution and modification, and use of the B-52 during its 60+ year history Profusely illustrated with scarce archival photographs from diverse collections, including previously unpublished images

Details ISBN0764355872 Author David Doyle Publisher Schiffer Publishing Ltd Year 2018 ISBN-10 0764355872 ISBN-13 9780764355875 Format Hardcover Media Book Subtitle Boeing's Iconic Bomber from 1952 to the Present Place of Publication Atglen Country of Publication United States Short Title B-52 Stratofortress Series Legends of Warfare: Aviation Language English AU Release Date 2018-09-28 NZ Release Date 2018-09-28 US Release Date 2018-09-28 Publication Date 2018-09-28 UK Release Date 2018-09-28 Audience General Pages 128 Illustrations 193 color and b/w photos Imprint Schiffer Publishing Ltd We've got this

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