Mackay, Ron
Vickers Wellington: The RAF's Long-Range Medium Bomber in World War II
- ISBN 13:
- 9780764365294
- author:
- Mackay, Ron
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 112
- Dimensions:
- 1.8 x 23.8 x 23.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War II,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Vickers Wellington: A Critical Asset in RAF WWII. The Vickers Armstrong Wellington played a significant role in RAF history during World War II. Its unique geodetic structure, featuring a cloth covering that proved superior to previous designs for withstanding battle damage, set it apart from other aircraft of its time. This innovative design allowed the Wellington to remain operational throughout the war, serving as a first-generation bomber and participating in antisubmarine operations. In addition to its military duties, the Wellington also played a vital role in aircrew training and later became part of Transport Command. This concise visual history provides an in-depth look at this iconic RAF WWII bomber, shedding light on its significance and contributions to the war effort.
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