Douglas SBD Dauntless
Smith, Peter C.
Crowood Aviation Series
First Edition
Douglas SBD Dauntless tells the full story of one of the more
underrated aeroplanes of World War Two. Crews referred to its official designation as Standing for Stow But Deadly, as despite its limitations it performed outstandingly as a dive bomber against stiff opposition.
Acknowledged dive-bombing author Peter C. Smith describes the design, deveiopment and operational use of the Dauntless throughout World War Two.The book is iliustrated with over 150 photographs, many of which are previously unpublished and is a fine tribute to a iegendary aeroplane and its gallant crews.
Hardcover with dust jacket, large format
192 Seiten / pages
many photos
very good condition, dust jacket slightly rubbed
Wiltshire, England - 1997 - The Crowood Press
Art.Nr. 23778