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Highlights
- The North American B-45 Tornado was America's first jet bomber and was used in a number of vital missions for nearly a decade.
- About the Author: The late John C. Fredriksen was the author of more than 20 books about military history.
- 272 Pages
- History, Military
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About the Book
The North American B-45 Tornado was Americas first jet bomber and was used in a number of vital missions for nearly a decade. Drawing from declassified secret documents, this history explains the bombers use in strategic reconnaissance and atomic-weapon strike missions from its 1944 development to its role in the Cold War. The book includes numerous photographs and more than 100 interviews with pilots, navigators, and ground personnel.Book Synopsis
The North American B-45 Tornado was America's first jet bomber and was used in a number of vital missions for nearly a decade. Drawing from declassified secret documents, this history explains the bomber's use in strategic reconnaissance and atomic-weapon strike missions from its 1944 development to its role in the Cold War.
The book includes numerous photographs and more than 100 interviews with pilots, navigators, and ground personnel.
Review Quotes
"extremely detailed and extensively researched...the first book-length study of this bomber...excellent illustrations and a large and impressive bibliography...cut above most books devoted to one air-craft...recommended"-The Journal of Military History; "an interesting and comprehensive study...well researched and replete with interesting facts...a must-read"-Air Force Research Institute.
About the Author
The late John C. Fredriksen was the author of more than 20 books about military history. He lived in Smithfield, Rhode Island.Dimensions (Overall): 9.9 Inches (H) x 6.9 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.05 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 272
Genre: History
Sub-Genre: Military
Publisher: McFarland & Company
Theme: Aviation
Format: Paperback
Author: John C Fredriksen
Language: English
Street Date: October 1, 2009
TCIN: 91092965
UPC: 9780786442782
Item Number (DPCI): 247-28-9826
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.8 inches length x 6.9 inches width x 9.9 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.05 pounds
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