Mustang: The Untold Story
The North American Mustang is one of the most well-studied aircraft. However, much of what is commonly understood about it, particularly its early, Allison-powered variants, is not entirely correct. This book examines the history of the aircraft afresh, within the orbit of tactical doctrine, strategy and even politics, as well as the changing nature of World War II. The Allison Mustang proved to be no worse than the best aircraft of the war in the roles where it found its niche and, through this new study, it is hoped that the significance of this vital aircraft can finally be appreciated.
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Mustang: The Untold Story
The North American Mustang is one of the most well-studied aircraft. However, much of what is commonly understood about it, particularly its early, Allison-powered variants, is not entirely correct. This book examines the history of the aircraft afresh, within the orbit of tactical doctrine, strategy and even politics, as well as the changing nature of World War II. The Allison Mustang proved to be no worse than the best aircraft of the war in the roles where it found its niche and, through this new study, it is hoped that the significance of this vital aircraft can finally be appreciated.
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Mustang: The Untold Story

Mustang: The Untold Story

by Matthew Willis
Mustang: The Untold Story

Mustang: The Untold Story

by Matthew Willis

Overview

The North American Mustang is one of the most well-studied aircraft. However, much of what is commonly understood about it, particularly its early, Allison-powered variants, is not entirely correct. This book examines the history of the aircraft afresh, within the orbit of tactical doctrine, strategy and even politics, as well as the changing nature of World War II. The Allison Mustang proved to be no worse than the best aircraft of the war in the roles where it found its niche and, through this new study, it is hoped that the significance of this vital aircraft can finally be appreciated.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781913295882
Publisher: Key Publishing
Publication date: 01/26/2022
Pages: 304
Sales rank: 1,066,226
Product dimensions: 6.20(w) x 9.40(h) x 1.40(d)

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements 7

Foreword 9

Introduction 11

Chapter 1 The Path to the Mustang 14

Chapter 2 The Mustang Finds Its Niche 30

Chapter 3 Challenges and Opportunities 59

Chapter 4 Preparing for Service 74

Chapter 5 Army Co-operation Command Rides On 105

Chapter 6 North Africa and the Mediterranean 122

Chapter 7 The 'Underbelly of the Axis' 145

Chapter 8 China-Burma-India 164

Chapter 9 'Fortress Europe' 185

Chapter 10 Loose Ends 208

Appendix 1 Technical Details 223

Appendix 2 Mustang Colours 267

Select Bibliography 277

Endnotes 279

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