New York's World War II Aircraft (Paperback)

Cory P. Graff

ISBN 10: 1467160350 / ISBN 13: 9781467160353

Published by Arcadia Publishing (SC), 2023

Paperback. New York State was a center of industry during World War II. New York aviation companies designed many of the greatest combat aircraft of the era, and bustling armies of women and men helped quickly churn them out by the thousands. More than one fourth of all US warplanes came from New York drawing boards during the war. These planes saw combat service everywhere, holding the line in the deserts of North Africa and flying from aircraft carriers plying the vast Pacific Ocean. Others operated over the frozen tundra of Alaska and Siberia. New York aircraft flew tons of fuel, ammunition, and supplies over the treacherous Himalayan Mountains into China, relentlessly hounded enemy submarines and ships, and battered Axis strongholds all the way to victory. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781467160353

Synopsis:

New York State was a center of industry during World War II. New York aviation companies designed many of the greatest combat aircraft of the era, and bustling armies of women and men helped quickly churn them out by the thousands. More than one fourth of all US warplanes came from New York drawing boards during the war. These planes saw combat service everywhere, holding the line in the deserts of North Africa and flying from aircraft carriers plying the vast Pacific Ocean. Others operated over the frozen tundra of Alaska and Siberia. New York aircraft flew tons of fuel, ammunition, and supplies over the treacherous Himalayan Mountains into China, relentlessly hounded enemy submarines and ships, and battered Axis strongholds all the way to victory.

About the Author:

Cory Graff is the author of several military history books and is a curator at The National WWII Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana. P.J. Muller is an exhibit designer and freelancer working in New York City. Together, they have searched many national collections and assembled a unique look into New York’s contribution to the aerial war effort, showing the aircraft not only at home but also in service in combat theaters throughout the world.

Bibliographic Details

Title: New York's World War II Aircraft (Paperback)
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Publication Date: 2023
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new