Falconer, Jonathan
Bomber Command Operations Manual
- ISBN 13:
- 9781785211928
- author:
- Falconer, Jonathan
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- J H Haynes & Co Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 210 mm X 270 mm
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War II,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
The RAF Bomber Command Operations Manual 1939 to 1945 provides a detailed insight into the workings of one of the most powerful instruments of 20th century warfare. This comprehensive guide covers the planning, execution and analysis of bomber operations during World War II, including the role of squadrons, commanders, aircraft, and crew training. The manual is fully illustrated with over 300 photographs, making it a valuable resource for historians and enthusiasts alike. It includes useful appendices such as a Bomber Command War Diary, an a-to-z of bomber airfields, and sample orders of battle from key periods in history. By examining the RAF's operations during this period, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and challenges faced by those involved in bomber command.