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OSPREY DUEL 36 FRENCH SPAD VII vs GERMAN ALBATROSS D.III WW1 WESTERN FRONT 1917
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- Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
- ISBN
- 9781849084758
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN-10
1849084750
ISBN-13
9781849084758
eBay Product ID (ePID)
93003407
Product Key Features
Original Language
English
Book Title
Spad VII Vs Albatros D III : 1917-18
Number of Pages
80 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2011
Topic
Military / World War II, Aviation / History, Military / Aviation, Europe / General
Illustrator
Yes, Laurier, Jim
Genre
Transportation, History
Book Series
Duel Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.2 in
Item Weight
10.6 Oz
Item Length
9.6 in
Item Width
7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2011-534228
Reviews
"As with all Duel volumes, this one features helpful maps, rare photos and superb artwork. Five Stars." -- Barrett Tillman, The Aerodrome "Authoritatively researched, documented, and presented... Students of Albatrosen or SPADs in particular, and WWI air combat in general should be thrilled by this book." -- Frederick Boucher, AeroScale "...this 80-page work contains all that most readers would ever want to know about comparing these two fabled fighters." -- Peter Kilduff, Between the Bookends, "Authoritatively researched, documented, and presented... Students of Albatrosen or SPADs in particular, and WWI air combat in general should be thrilled by this book." - Frederick Boucher, AeroScale "As with all Duel volumes, this one features helpful maps, rare photos and superb artwork. Five Stars." -Barrett Tillman, The Aerodrome "...this 80-page work contains all that most readers would ever want to know about comparing these two fabled fighters." -Peter Kilduff, Between the Bookends, "Authoritatively researched, documented, and presented... Students of Albatrosen or SPADs in particular, and WWI air combat in general should be thrilled by this book." - Frederick Boucher, AeroScale "As with all Duel volumes, this one features helpful maps, rare photos and superb artwork. Five Stars." -Barrett Tillman, The Aerodrome
Dewey Edition
23
Series Volume Number
36
Dewey Decimal
940.44943
Table Of Content
Chronology Design and Development The Strategic Situation Technical Specifications The Combatants Combat Statistics and Analysis Aftermath and Conclusion Bibliography and Further Reading Glossary
Synopsis
When originally conceived, the French SPAD VII and German Albatros D II represented steps away from an emphasis on manoeuvre in aerial combat in favour of speed and durability. At the end of 1916, however, Albatros tried to have the best of both worlds. The result combined the better downward view and manoeuvrability of the Nieuport with the power and twin machine guns of the Albatros D II. At the same time, the French worked to improve the SPAD VII with more power and a more reliable cooling system before moving on to the twin-gunned SPAD XIII. While all that was going on, the Albatros D III became a mainstay of the German and Austro-Hungarian air services in frequent encounters with SPAD VIIs flown by French, Belgian, British, Italian and American airmen., When originally conceived, the French SPAD VII and German Albatros D II represented steps away from an emphasis on maneuver in aerial combat in favor of speed and durability - factors that came into play in hit-and-run tactics. At the end of 1916, however, Albatros tried to have the best of both worlds by incorporating the sesquiplane wing of the nimble Nieuport 17 into its D III. The result combined the better downward view and maneuverability of the Nieuport with the power and twin machine guns of the Albatros D II, but at a high price - a disturbing tendency for the single-spar lower wing to fail in a dive. While Albatros (and the Austrian Oeffag firm, which built the fighter under license) sought to alleviate that weakness with various reinforcing measures, the Germans developed tactics to maximize the D III's strengths and minimize its shortcomings. At the same time, the French worked to improve the SPAD VII with more power and a more reliable cooling system before moving on to the twin-gunned SPAD XIII. While all that was going on, the Albatros D III became a mainstay of the German and Austro-Hungarian air services in frequent encounters with SPAD VIIs flown by French, Belgian, British, Italian and American airmen.
LC Classification Number
D785.G88 2011
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- 7***0 (8593)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseAbsolutely thrilled! The shipping was incredibly fast and the expert packaging ensured my delicate item arrived in pristine condition. It was exactly as described, perhaps even better in person. The value for this rare find is outstanding. This is a trustworthy, professional A++ seller who clearly cares about their products and customers. I would not hesitate to buy from them again. Highly recommended to everyone!
- 4***n (871)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThis seller is a consummate professional in the way they run there business it being fun and easy to buy from and get the product you wanted. The shipping and the packaging was very good and the book was packaged very well with do not bend labels on all sides of the package. The item was as described and the value is in the quality of the item.