Meatballs and Dead Birds: A Photo Gallery of Destroyed Japanese Aircraft in World War II

Gallagher, James P.

ISBN 10: 0811731618 / ISBN 13: 9780811731614

Published by Stackpole Books, 2004

About this Item

Very Good condition. Shows only minor signs of wear, and very minimal markings inside (if any). 0.7. Seller Inventory # 353-0811731618-vrg

Bibliographic Details

Title: Meatballs and Dead Birds: A Photo Gallery of...

Publisher: Stackpole Books

Publication Date: 2004

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis:

Expanded edition of the 1972 classic

Unusual and often moving record of the end of World War II

This collection of photographs of downed Japanese aircraft chronicles the final days of World War II through the lens of an American serviceman. Snapped by the author, a communications officer with the Fifth Air Force in the Pacific islands, these stunning photos cover all manner of aircraft, from the infamous "Zero" carrier fighter to the "Betty" bomber. Also listed are specifications and technical data for a number of planes, making the book a valuable addition to the air or military enthusiast's library.

About the Author:

James P. Gallagher, an amateur photographer, enlisted in the Army Air Force in 1942 and served in the Southwest Pacific. He also wrote With the Fifth Army Air Force: Photos from the Pacific Theater (0-8018-6849-1).