Forsyth, Robert

Junkers Ju 188 Units of World War 2 (Combat Aircraft)

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ISBN 13:: 9781472836380
author:: Forsyth, Robert
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Osprey Publishing
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2022
Pages:: 96
Dimensions:: 24.8 x 18.4 centimetres (0.22 kg
Genre:: History, Military History, World War II,
Condition:: New
Availability:: Item usually sent within 4 working days

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The Junkers Ju 188: A Mid-War German Twin-Engined Bomber The Junkers Ju 188 was a significant aircraft design of its time, representing the enhancement of earlier types and incorporating increased performance and technological sophistication. As part of the 1939 "Bomber B" program, it was intended to replace the Ju 88 and He 111 medium bombers, featuring uprated engines and a redesigned cockpit area for improved visibility and capabilities. Operational trials revealed the Ju 188's versatility, equipping three bomber Geschwader and several long-range reconnaissance Staffeln in the East and Italy. The aircraft conducted operations over Britain, the Western Front, Russia, and the Mediterranean, showcasing its potential as a sophisticated bomber and reconnaissance aircraft. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the design, development, and deployment of the Ju 188, supported by specially commissioned illustrations and contemporary photography. With its detailed coverage and visual aids, this title offers a valuable insight into the Junkers Ju 188, an aircraft that was ultimately overshadowed by improvements to the airplane it was designed to replace.

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