Osprey Pub Co, Date: 2010. New book, 96 pages, ACE91. Although designed and built for the US Navy, the F2A fought in only one major US engagement, the battle of Midway, in which F2A pilots managed to shoot down a number of Japanese fighters. Soon replaced by the navy, the F2A was exported to Britain, where it was nicknamed the 'Buffalo' thanks to its stubby appearance. The British sent most of these fighters to the Far East where they were used in the defence of Singapore and Malaya. It was in the Winter War, however, that the F2A truly found a home. Calling the plane simply the Brewster, the Finnish flew it against the invading Russians. Overall 37 Finns achieved ace status flying the Brewster, and it was the Finnish fighter of choice until succeeded by the Bf 109 in 1943. Contents: Chapter 1 - The Peanut Special: Brief technical description of the development of the F-2A and its selection. Fielding by US Navy. Initial carrier-borne service with US Navy and use pre war by a number of future leading US aces. Selection by some European nations & subsequent adoption by Britain. Sale of Brewster 239s to Finland and delivery. Chapter 2 - An Unloved Fighter Service with the first Eagle squadron in England. Deployment and operational use with the Royal Navy in Egypt and Crete. Fielding by the RAF for the air defence in the Far East and Burma. Chapter 3 - Finnish Triumph - Service with the Finnish Air Force against the Soviets; Chapter 4 - The Rising Sun: RAF service ...

New York: Osprey Publishing, Date: 2010. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Soft cover. Fine/Issued Without Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Paperback, 96 pp., color airpane profiles, b/w photos, schematics, tables, index. The F2A was designed and built for the U.S. Navy and served in the Battle of Midway. After which it was exported to England and served in the Far East against the Japanese. Planes were also sold to the Finns for service against the invading Russians. Paperback book in fine cond. Osprey Aircraft of the Aces series. 2010. Osprey Publishing ISBN 1846034817 9781846034817 [US]

Osprey Pub Co, Date: 2010. Paperback. New. 96 pages. 9.75x7.25x0.75 inches. 2010. Osprey Pub Co ISBN 1846034817 9781846034817 [GB]

ISBN10: 1846034817, ISBN13: 9781846034817, [publisher: Osprey Aviation, Oxford & N.Y.] Softcover Book is illustrated card stock with a picture of one of the Brewster F2A Buffalo plane on the front cover. Book is clean & bright, no markings. Binding is sound, no creases. Black & white photos. Some color photos.
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ISBN10: 1846034817, ISBN13: 9781846034817, [publisher: Osprey] Softcover Osprey Aircraft of the Aces - World War II - Allies & Independents Brewster F2A Buffalo Aces of World War 2 (MINT/New)Manufacturer: OspreyProduct Line: Aircraft of the Aces - World War II - Allies & IndependentsType: SoftcoverCode: OSPACE091Copyright Date: 2010Author: Kari Stenman, Andrew ThomasPage Count: 96Please 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:Although designed and built for the US Navy, the F2A fought in only one major US engagement, the battle of Midway, in which F2A pilots managed to shoot down a number of Japanese fighters. Soon replaced by the navy, the F2A was exported to Britain, where it was nicknamed the ‘Buffalo’ thanks to its stubby appearance. The British sent most of these fighters to the Far East where they were used in the defense of Singapore and Malaya. It was in the Winter War, however, that the F2A truly found a home. Calling the plane simply the Brewster, the Finnish flew it against the invading Russians. Overall 37 Finns achieved ace status flying the Brewster, and it was the Finnish fighter of choice until succeeded by the Bf 109 in 1943.
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ISBN10: 1846034817, ISBN13: 9781846034817, [publisher: Osprey Publishing] Softcover Brewster F2A Buffalo Aces of World War 2 (Aircraft of the Aces) This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. .
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