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Military Aircraft, Origins to 1918
An Illustrated History of Their Impact
Military Aircraft, Origins to 1918
An Illustrated History of Their Impact
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An expert examination of the evolution of military aviation and its profound impact on warfare—from the employment of balloons during the French Revolutionary wars to the use of aircraft in World War I.
Military Aircraft, Origins to 1918: An Illustrated History of Their Impact is a detailed, authoritative exploration of the role and development of military aviation, from its beginnings to the conclusion of World War I. Military history scholar Justin Murphy carefully illustrates the impact of aircraft on military warfare, examines the different types of aircraft, and includes a wealth of photographs and descriptions.
Organized thematically, the work covers everything from the origins of military aviation and the impact of aircraft on World War I to the role of reconnaissance missions, auxiliary aircraft, fighters, and bombers. Each chapter highlights key individuals, advancements in aviation technology, industrial organization and aircraft production, and the influence of aircraft on military tactics and strategy. Murphy also demonstrates how aircraft contributed to the development of total war and blurred the lines that had traditionally separated combatants and noncombatants.
Product details
Published | Apr 27 2005 |
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Format | Hardback |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 336 |
ISBN | 9781851094882 |
Imprint | ABC-CLIO |
Illustrations | 79 bw illus |
Dimensions | 10 x 7 inches |
Series | Weapons and Warfare |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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This is a very useful book, both for understanding the early efforts at flight and also for gleaning information on specific early military aircraft.
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