Description
| Product ID: | 9780764367908 |
| Product Form: | Hardback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Series: | Legends of Warfare: Aviation |
| Title: | C-47 Skytrain |
| Subtitle: | The "Gooney Bird" from Douglas |
| Authors: | Author: David Doyle |
| Page Count: | 144 |
| Subjects: | Photojournalism and documentary photography, Photographic reportage, History, Second World War, Air forces and warfare, Military vehicles, 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000, Second World War, Air forces & warfare, Military aircraft, c 1939 to c 1945 (including WW2) |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating A concise illustrated guide to the famous "Gooney Bird," one of the most beloved American aircraft of the Second World War The Douglas C-47 Skytrain and its near twin, the C-53 Skytrooper, formed the backbone of American airborne transport during WWII. In addition to hauling cargo, these aircraft also delivered paratroopers to the front, including the Normandy invasion. The aircraft also towed troop-laden gliders during these operations and incredibly could also snatch gliders from the ground while the C-47 was in flight. Derived from the Douglas DC-3, the C-47 saw service with US and Allied militaries in Korea and even Vietnam, including notably the heavily armed AC-47D gunship. This volume explores the development and use of the aircraft, as well as details of its construction. |
| Imprint Name: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Publisher Name: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2024-03-28 |
