Order of Battle: German Luftwaffe in WWII

Order of Battle: German Luftwaffe in WWII
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Germanyâ€™s air force, the Luftwaffe, played a critical role in the Third Reichâ€™s victories in the early part of World War II, providing the airborne component of the German forcesâ€™ irresistible Blitzkrieg (â€œlightning warâ€) tactics that swept all armies before it from 1939 to 1942.

Broken down by campaign and key battles within each theater of war, Order of Battle: German Luftwaffe in World War II illustrates the strengths and organizational structures of the Third Reichâ€™s air force, building into a detailed compendium of information. Full-color order of battle tree diagrams at Luftflotten, Gruppe, Fliegerkorps and squadron level help the reader quickly understand how and where bomber (Kampfgeschwader), fighter (Jagdgeschwader), dive-bomber (Stukageschwader), and reconnaissance (AufklÃ¤rungsgruppe) units were employed. Quick reference tables provide unit strengths, aircraft types, and base locations, while profile diagrams show typical numbers of aircraft at squadron level.

With extensive organizational diagrams, tables and full-color campaign maps, Order of Battle: German Luftwaffe in World War II is an attractive, easy-to-use guide to the German air force of World War II. The book is an essential reference for any serious enthusiast of air warfare in the twentieth century.
Country USA
Manufacturer Casemate Publishers
Binding Hardcover
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781906626303
ReleaseDate 2009-03-10

Country	USA
Manufacturer	Casemate Publishers
Binding	Hardcover
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781906626303
ReleaseDate	2009-03-10

Order of Battle: German Luftwaffe in WWII

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