Military forces and sectors

"e;The English Electric Lightning entered RAF squadron service in 1960 and continued flying in the interceptor role until 1988.

In Part One Powdrill describes his experiences in France during 'the Phoney War and then their baptism by fire in May 1940, culminating in the evacuation from Dunkirk having left their disabled guns behind.

Ted Shippy Shipman was one of The Few who flew with 41 Squadron in the Battle of Britain.

Clive Evans had a lengthy front-line flying career in which he flew Hunters, Canberras and Lightnings.

This fascinating historical revelation goes to the very heart of British and Allied Intelligence during World War II, specifically in the context of planning, control and implementation of the combined bomber offensive against Germany.

"e;This concise and well-written book will serve as a valuable library addition for anyone interested in the naval activities of the Great War.

Born the son of George Byng, a favorite of the king and himself an admiral and member of the admiralty board (and later First Lord of the Admiralty), John Byng seemed destined for a shining career in the Royal Navy.

The Siege of Malta during World War II was one of the greatest dramas of the conflict.

Norwich, in common with most English cities, suffered enemy air attack and during a period of almost three and a half years bombs were dropped in every part of the city.

From the beginning in 1935 this attractive book describes the different elements that went into the Panzer-Divisions.

A brilliant and prolific collection of rare photographs celebrating the war-winning qualities of arguably the most important tank of the Second World War.

"e;Hitlers decision to invade Poland in August 1939 triggered the start of the Second World War.

World War Two Luftwaffe aircraft and their pilots have been a source of fascination and respect to aviation buffs since 1945.

This is a highly illustrated history one of the most deadly types of atta aircraft.

The photos in this book are taken from an unpublished album belonged to a member of the crew of U-boat U-108 during World War II.

The author of the bestselling Panzer IV at War delivers a highly illustrated look at "e;a key element in the German Blitzkrieg"e; during the Second World War (HistoryOfWar.

In this companion volume to British Tanks: The Second World War, Pat Ware provides an expert introduction to the design, production and operation of British tanks since 1945.

A pictorial history and analysis of the tank warfare between Red Soviet and Nazi forces along the Eastern Front during World War II.

Having fought their way up fifty miles of Hell's Highway and through Nijmegen, XXX Corps was just ten miles from Arnhem and the 1st British Airborne Division.

This fascinating biographical history reveals how the future German general established his reputation at the WWI Battle of Caporetto.

An account of the World War II clash between British and German forces, "e;the largest tank battle involving British armor ever fought"e; (MQ Magazine).

Alan White served in the RAF from 1953 to 1987 roughly the period of the Cold War.

An intriguing page-turning and personal account of that most secretive of wartime institutions, Bletchley Park, and of the often eccentric people who helped to win the war Beryl BainbridgeBletchley Park, or 'Station X', was home to the most famous code breakers of the Second World War.

A comprehensive history of the World War II raid.

The consolidated PBY Catalina was probably the most versatile and successful flying boat/amphibian ever built, serving not just with the US Army, Navy and Coast Guard during the Second World War, but also with the air forces of Britain, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, with the Danes, Free French and Norwegians as well as in Brazil, Chile, Indonesia and elsewhere.

The consolidated PBY Catalina was probably the most versatile and successful flying boat/amphibian ever built, serving not just with the US Army, Navy and Coast Guard during the Second World War, but also with the air forces of Britain, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, with the Danes, Free French and Norwegians as well as in Brazil, Chile, Indonesia and elsewhere.

Operation Frankton is a story of how a handful of determined and resourceful men, using flimsy canoes, achieved what thousands could not by conventional means.

Operation Frankton is a story of how a handful of determined and resourceful men, using flimsy canoes, achieved what thousands could not by conventional means.

"e;This is the memoir of a 26 year career in the RAF, told with humor and modesty that belies the danger of flying over 47 different types of military aircraft in war and peace.

Originally designed in 1934 for anti-submarine training, by the end of the war 72 U-Class subs had been commissioned; 17 were lost to the enemy, and 3 in accidents.

Compiled by the author of Janes Air Forces of the World, this book is a must for naval experts and enthusiasts.

Compiled by the author of Janes Air Forces of the World, this book is a must for naval experts and enthusiasts.

This book reveals the vital contribution that RAF Coastal Command made to the Allies war effort.

Aircrew on a bomber in World War II experienced a cold, tiring and perilous existence.

During the immediate period before World War Two, the RAF modified its command structure to rationalize for rapid expansion.

Many of the 617 Squadron crews who took part in the famous attacks on the Mohne, Eder and Sorpe Dams and also the raids on the Dortmund-Ems Canal did not return.

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A British infantryman shares his harrowing story of life on the frontlines of WWII, from the North African Campaign to the invasion of Germany.

A British infantryman shares his harrowing story of life on the frontlines of WWII, from the North African Campaign to the invasion of Germany.

More than thirty Allied Forces' WWII aircraft types are illustrated in many rare and previously unpublished black and white and color photographs.

The naval historian presents the thrilling true story of a Royal Navy officer's frigate command in the tumultuous late 18th and early 19th centuries.

This authoritative military reference provides detailed analysis of the various armed forces that fought in the Napoleonic Wars.

The uprising in Libya in the spring of 2011 took the world by surprise.

A history of the conflict in Korea with an emphasis on the crucial role of aviation.

A history of the conflict in Korea with an emphasis on the crucial role of aviation.

Sir John Palmer was at sea for virtually the entire war serving in three ships.

Sir John Palmer was at sea for virtually the entire war serving in three ships.

The strategic importance of Malta sitting astride both the Axis and Allied supply routes in the Mediterranean was obvious to both sides during WW2.

"e;Richard 'Dickie' Haine first went solo in a de Havilland Gipsy Moth during August 1935, after only one week of tuition.

Of all the planes that flew in WW2, the 'Wooden Wonder' the two-engined Mosquito, or Mossie as it was affectionately called, was truly the most versatile and feared by the Germans.