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Hell's Angels - The True Story of the 303rd Bomb Group in World War II

By: Berkley Books

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Historical Reference Books (Berkley Books)

MSRP old price: $17.00


Product Info

Title
Hell's Angels - The True Story of the 303rd Bomb Group in World War II
Publisher
Category
Author
Jay Stout
Publish Year
2015
Pages
448
Dimensions
6x9x1"
NKG Part #
2148205069
Type
Softcover

Description

Although the United States declared war against Germany in December 1941, a successful assault on Nazi-occupied Europe could not happen until Germany's industrial and military might were crippled. The first target was the Luftwaffe--the most powerful and battle-hardened air force in the world. The United States Army Air Forces joined with Great Britain's already-engaged Royal Air Force to launch a strategic air campaign that ultimately brought the Luftwaffe to its knees. One of the standout units of this campaign was the legendary 303rd Bomb Group--Hell's Angels.

This is the 303rd's story, as told by the men who made it what it was. Taking their name from their B-17 of the same name, they became one of the most distinguished and important air combat units in history. The dramatic and terrible air battles they fought against Germany ultimately changed the course of the war.