Focke Wulf 190: The Birth of the Butcher Bird 1939-1943 (Luftwaffe at War, V. 8) - Softcover

Jessen, Morten

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1853673285 ISBN 13: 9781853673283

Publisher: Greenhill Books/Lionel Leventhal, 1998

Synopsis

This exciting on-going series covers every aspect of the Luftwaffe in World War II and charts the rise and fall of this mighty force. Each volume makes use of over a hundred rare and valuable photographs, many of them taken by Luftwaffe personnel, to bring history to life and record both the men and the aircraft they flew. From its maiden flight on June 1st, 1939, the Fw 190 was a maneuverable fighter capable of absorbing heavy punishment from the Allies. Focke Wulf 190 covers the different Fw 190 versions as they appeared in various theaters of war, along with the pilots who carved a name for themselves in the "Butcher Bird".

About this title

About the Author:

Morten Jessen is an aviation historian specialising in Luftwaffe units, fighters and operations in World War II. He lives in Copenhagen, Denmark.

About this edition

• Publisher: Greenhill Books/Lionel Leventhal
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 1853673285
• ISBN 13: 9781853673283
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 72