53° Stormo
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About this book
A detailed examination of one of Italy’s leading units in World War 2, 53° Stormo saw action on the French Front, the Balkans, in North Africa and the Mediterranean in some of the most iconic Italian fighters of the conflict – CR.32/42, Fiat G.50, Macchi C.200 and C.202, as well as the Bf 109G, 53° Stormo fought its final actions over Rome, Torino and Milan. Featuring first-hand accounts, numerous photos and colourful artwork, this book is a great addition to Osprey’s Aviation Elite Units series.
Contents
- The early years, 1936-40
- Air War over the Western Front
- Air War over the Balkans and Aegean, 1940-42
- Battling in North African Skies, 1940-42
- Operations over the Central Mediterranean, 1942-43
- Defence of the Italian Homeland, 1943
- Appendices: 53° Stormo Commanders, 1936-43
- Gruppi Commanders
- Squadriglie Commanders
- Awards presented to 53° Stormo’s notable pilots
- 53° Stormo base locations
Paperback; December 2010; 128 pages; ISBN: 9781846039775