Japanese pilots using this aircraft would claim more than 170 aerial victories over Kyushu and whilst escorting Kamikazes attacking Allied ships off Okinawa. US Navy Hellcat pilots in turn were credited with many of the scores of Shiden-Kais that were downed attempting to defend Japan. This fully illustrated book compares these two fascinating aircraft, using specially commissioned artwork, first-hand accounts and a thorough technical analysis.
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Japanese pilots using this aircraft would claim more than 170 aerial victories over Kyushu and whilst escorting Kamikazes attacking Allied ships off Okinawa. US Navy Hellcat pilots in turn were credited with many of the scores of Shiden-Kais that were downed attempting to defend Japan. This fully illustrated book compares these two fascinating aircraft, using specially commissioned artwork, first-hand accounts and a thorough technical analysis.
Imprint | Osprey Publishing |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Series | Duel |
Release date | 2019 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 9 - 15 working days |
Authors | Tony Holmes |
Illustrators | Jim Laurier, Gareth Hector |
Cover artist | Gareth Hector |
Dimensions | 248 x 184 x 7mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 80 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-4728-2974-0 |
Barcode | 9781472829740 |
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LSN | 1-4728-2974-3 |