B-52 Stratofortress: Boeings Iconic Bomber from 1952 to the Present Doyle DavidPevná vazba
B-52 Stratofortress: Boeings Iconic Bomber from 1952 to the Present Doyle DavidPevná vazba One of America's most famous aircraft, the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress continues to form the backbone of the…
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B-52 Stratofortress: Boeings Iconic Bomber from 1952 to the Present Doyle DavidPevná vazba
One of America's most famous aircraft, the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress continues to form the backbone of the US nuclear deterrent, and it has also become the nation's principle heavy tactical bomber. The history of this iconic aircraft is presented through carefully researched photos, many of which have never before been published. It has filled this role since the the early years of the Cold War, the heavy bombing raids during the Vietnam War, and recently in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Large, clear photos, coupled with descriptive and informative captions, put the reader on the airfield and in the sky with this historic aircraft. Its design and development during the post-WWII years, through the many modifications and upgrades up to the present day are covered in detail. Part of the Legends of Warfare