ISBN10: 1855327279, ISBN13: 9781855327276, [publisher: Osprey] Softcover Osprey Aircraft of the Aces - World War II - Axis Imperial Japanese Navy Aces 1937-45 (MINT/New)Manufacturer: OspreyProduct Line: Aircraft of the Aces - World War II - AxisType: SoftcoverCode: OSPACE022Copyright Date: 1998Author: Henry SakaidaPage Count: 116Please review the condition and any condition notes for the exact condition of this item. All pictures are stock photos. The condition of the item you will receive is MINT/New. Our grading system is explained in the terms of sale section of our bookseller page. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Product Description:The outcome of the Pacific War was heavily influenced by the results of naval battles between the Imperial Japanese fleet and the US Navy. One of the key elements was Japan's large fighter component, which had gained experience over Manchuria, China and Mongolia in the late 1930s. Flying A5Ms, at least 21 pilots achieved 'acedom' securing air superiority for the invaders. Manufacturer Mitsubishi derived much from these campaigns, producing one of the best fighters of the War, the A6M Zero-Sen. Navy pilots proved to be highly skilled when engaged by the Allied forces, Pacific. Pilots like Nishizawa, Sagita and Sakai scoring more than 60 kills apiece.
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