Dive into the world of the legendary B-25 Mitchell with 'B-25 Mitchell Vol 2', the essential follow-up to understanding this iconic WWII medium bomber. This meticulously detailed volume explores the North American B-25 Mitchell's late-WWII G, J, F-10, and PBJ variants, offering aviation historians and enthusiasts deeper insights into the aircraft’s rich history. Within these pages, you will discover the B-25 versions utilized by the US Navy and Marine Corps, alongside lesser-known photo-recon and experimental types. This book also showcases B-25s in foreign wartime service, featuring aircraft from Poland, France, England, and Soviet Russia. A detailed chapter highlights the various types of armament that equipped the Mitchell, covering everything from machine guns and cannons to rockets and bombs. Unique B-25 missions and significant events are spotlighted as you read about the thrilling Doolittle Raid of April 1942 and the dramatic B-25 collision with the Empire State Building in July 1945. Additionally, this volume delves into the B-25's cultural impact, discussing its appearances in classic films like 'Thirty Seconds over Tokyo' and 'Catch-22'. Whether you're a dedicated historian or a casual reader captivated by aviation, 'B-25 Mitchell Vol 2' offers a comprehensive look at this remarkable bomber. Get your hardback copy today, published by Schiffer Books, featuring 112 lavishly illustrated pages in a convenient 229 x 229 mm size, published on 28-07-2022. Delivery information: Enjoy swift shipping for all orders, ensuring your experience with Smartfox NZ is seamless.

This second of two volumes on the North American B-25 Mitchell covers the late-WWII G through J, F-10, and PBJ variants of the famed US medium bomber. Among the many topics discussed are the Mitchell versions used by the US Navy and Marine Corps, as well as photo-recon and experimental types. B-25s in foreign wartime service are also shown, included those used in Poland, France, England, and Soviet Russia. A detailed chapter covers all types of armament used in the Mitchell, from guns and cannon of various calibers to ammunition used, including machine gun rounds, rockets, and bombs. A special section of the book features discussions on unique B-25 missions, events, and aircrew during WWII and in the postwar era, such as the April 1942 Doolittle Raid, and the B-25 collision with the Empire State Building in July 1945. B-25 appearances in classic feature films such as Thirty Seconds over Tokyo and Catch-22 are also detailed.
Author: William Wolf Publisher: Schiffer Books
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 229 x 229 mm
Pages: 112
Publication Date: 28-07-2022