Messerschmitt Bf 109 A–D series

Messerschmitt Bf 109 A–D series cover

Description

The first volume of a multi-part study of the Bf 109, one of the most famous aircraft of World War II, covering the A to D variants.

From the nascent days of the Spanish Civil War to the desperate, final defence of the stricken Reich, the Messerchmitt Bf 109 was the Luftwaffe's signature fighter. From the very beginning of its combat career it came to symbolize what could be achieved with a modern monoplane fighter aircraft, instilling fear and respect into Allied pilots wherever it was encountered. 35,000 of the ubiquitous Messerschmitts were eventually built, making it the most-produced fighter in history.

This is the first Air Vanguard volume to cover the Bf 109, detailing models A–D. Featuring stunning aerial photos the title explores in depth the technical characteristics and combat performance of the early Bf 109s, including their combat debut in the Spanish Civil War, their employment in the invasion of Poland and showing how the type became one of the most famous names in aviation history.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Design and development
Technical specifications and variants
Operational history
Conclusion
Select bibliography
Index

Product details

Published 20 Jan 2015
Format Ebook (PDF)
Edition 1st
Extent 64
ISBN 9781472804877
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 42 b/w; 15 col
Series Air Vanguard
Short code AVG 18
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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