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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. This new study offers an engaging account of the celebrated fighter''s early encounters with the Luftwaffe from 1939?40, chronicling the rapid strategic evolution of Spitfire units from the Phoney War through to the Battle of France and the Dunkirk evacuation.

Aviation expert Tony Holmes shines a new light on the fledgling exploits of this world-famous aircraft. Enhanced by newly commissioned maps, ribbon diagrams and full-colour artworks, as well as a host of archive photos, this fascinating exploration brings depth and insight to its journey through the Spitfire''s early years.

Spitfire I

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      Publisher Bloomsbury
      Imprint Bloomsbury USA
      Published 9/24/2024
      ISBN-13 9781472857675
      978-1472857675
      ISBN-10 1472857674
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      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. This new study offers an engaging account of the celebrated fighter''s early encounters with the Luftwaffe from 1939?40, chronicling the rapid strategic evolution of Spitfire units from the Phoney War through to the Battle of France and the Dunkirk evacuation.

      Aviation expert Tony Holmes shines a new light on the fledgling exploits of this world-famous aircraft. Enhanced by newly commissioned maps, ribbon diagrams and full-colour artworks, as well as a host of archive photos, this fascinating exploration brings depth and insight to its journey through the Spitfire''s early years.

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