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P-38 Lightning vs Ki-61 Tony
New Guinea 1943–44
P-38 Lightning vs Ki-61 Tony
New Guinea 1943–44
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With its distinctive, twin-tailed design, the P-38 was one of the most recognizable fighter aircraft of World War II. It was also one of the best. The perfect balance of speed, firepower and range, it made a formable opponent during the crucial battles for the Solomon Islands and New Guinea. In response, the Japanese worked with the Germans to develop the Ki-61, a heavy air superiority fighter with an impressive array of firepower. In head-to-head match-ups, the P-38 proved the superior fighter, but individual duels often came down to the ability and experience of the individual pilots. This book recreates these fast, deadly duels in the skies of the Pacific using dramatic artwork and first-hand accounts.
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| Published | 10 Mar 2010 |
|---|---|
| Format | Paperback |
| Edition | 1st |
| Extent | 80 |
| ISBN | 9781846039430 |
| Imprint | Osprey Publishing |
| Illustrations | Colour illustrations throughout, including profiles, technical drawings, battlescene artworks, maps and photographs. |
| Dimensions | 248 x 184 mm |
| Series | Duel |
| Short code | DUE 26 |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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