World War 2 Warbirds

Introduction During World War 2, roughly 160 different types of combat aircraft saw frontline service, or actively participated in the global conflict. Of this number, well over half can be classified as 'fighters'. Seen as the ultimate in winged perfection, the fighter, and its pilot, has consistently grabbed the headlines in the propaganda 'war' fought for the 'hearts and minds' of the various nations embroiled in the major conflicts of the 20th century. Proof of this is easy to obtain. Just ask anybody to name an aircraft from World War 2, and the trio most usually volunteered are the Spitfire, Messerschmitt (not usually mark-specific, but generally recognized as the Bf 109) and the Mustang. I grant you that these three aircraft are undoubtedly amongst the most important fighter types to see action during 'WW 2', and that between them, their total production amounted to more than 70,000 units in less than a decade of production. However, what of the remaining 80+ aircraft that meet the criterion of 'fighter' during the 1939-45 period? That is where this modest handbook comes in. Featuring no fewer than 93 entries, this all-new addition to Jane's 'pocket guide' series details all the major fighter types of both the Allied and Axis powers, listing performance data, dimensions, armament and operators, as well as providing a concise history of the aircraft in question. Only those aeroplanes that actually saw action are included in this volume, ranging from the P.Z.L P.11cs and Bf 110B/Cs that engaged each other over Poland in the opening days of World War 2, to the F4U-4s and N1 K2-Js that slugged it out over Tokyo Bay in mid-August 1945. Aside from the text, each fighter typeis illustrated with a carefully chosen contemporary black and white photograph that clearly shows its salient details.

In December 1941, a hesitant America was forced into World War II by the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. This award winning series, created by legendary director Frank Capra, was sponsored by the US Government to help explains its "official war policy." These films were required viewing for the armed forces and were also widely shown in civilian theaters. Considered classic examples of wartime propaganda, they feature masterful editing, classical music and skillful narration all blended together to hammer home their patriotic message. 2 DVD Set includes "Frank Capra's - Why We Fight, Vol. 1" and "Frank Capra's - Why We Fight, Vol. 2" "Frank Capra's - Why We Fight, Vol. 1" contains "Prelude To War," "The Nazis Strike," "Divide And Conquer" and "The Battle Of Britain." "Prelude To War" - This program describes the events leading up to World War II. It shows the development of fascism in Italy, Germany and Japan, along with the beginning of Japanese aggression in China. "The Nazis Strike" - In this program, Hitler's rise to power and preparations for war are shown along with Germany's bloodless conquest of Austria and Czechoslovakia. When the blitzkrieg rolls into Poland, the curtain rises on World War II in Europe. "Divide And Conquer" - Portrayed are the invasions of Norway, Denmark, Holland, Belgium and France. As the British Army is evacuated, Hitler prepares for the invasion of England. "The Battle Of Britain" - Watch the heroic defense of England's cities by the Royal Air Force during the blitz. Hitler's Luftwaffe is defeated and the Germans turned back for the first time during the war. "Frank Capra's - Why We Fight, Vol. 2" contains "The Battle Of Russia," "The Battle Of China" and "War Comes To America." "The Battle Of Russia" - In this program, the history of Russia is reviewed. Its valiant defense against the Nazi invasion is shown climaxing at Stalingrad with Germany's humiliating defeat.

British VCs of World War 2 - The link leads to a list of all Victoria Crosses awarded since it was instituted in 1856. The British VCs will need to be extracted.

VCs of the First World War - Gallipoli - VCs of the First World War - Gallipoli (ISBN 0-7509-0566-2) is a book by Stephen Snelling that was published in 1995.

Weird War - Weird War (also known as Weird War II/Weird War 2/Weird Wars) is a Horror roleplaying game set during World War Two produced by Pinnacle Entertainment Group, which uses the D20 System. In it, the players play as Allied Soldiers during the Second World War.

Carrie's War - Carrie's War is a 1973 book by Nina Bawden about the experiences of a girl named Carrie and her brother Nick, who are evacuated to Wales during World War 2.

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