{"product_id":"the-battle-for-european-skies-world-war-two-in-the-air-9798243950244","title":"The Battle for European Skies: World War Two in the Air","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Chaz Bowyer\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Wars \u0026amp; Conflicts - World War II - General\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA comprehensive account of the savage aerial war fought over Europe during the Second World War, 1939-1945.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for readers of James Holland, Patrick Bishop, Chris Goss, and John F. Homan.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn World War Two, for the first time in battle, domination of the skies was the critical factor in deciding victory. In this book, distinguished aviation historian Chaz Bowyer provides a detailed account of RAF and Luftwaffe operations over Europe throughout the entire conflict. From secret German air training in Russia after World War One, through the 'Phoney War', the offensive strikes over England and the 'Battle of Britain', to the entry of the USA and the shifting focus to the skies over Europe, the deployment of V1 and V2 weapons, and the eventual Allied mastery of the air. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDrawing on his extensive knowledge as a historian and retired member of the RAF, Bowyer delivers a thoroughly readable and authoritative study of aerial warfare. He includes essential detail on major developments in aircraft technology, how these planes were deployed, and the decision-making of commanders - along with the impact those decisions had on the course of the conflict. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe air war over Europe claimed many thousands of lives, both military and civilian, and wrought devastation on a previously unimaginable scale. This book stands as a poignant and fitting tribute to the bravery and dedication of the men on both sides who took to the skies time and again, uncertain of their fate, in the service of their country.","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47892777369751,"sku":"9798243950244","price":1556.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798243950244.webp?v=1781188886","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-battle-for-european-skies-world-war-two-in-the-air-9798243950244","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}