Aces (Squadron Signal 6077)

Aces (Squadron Signal 6077)

Author Wayne Patton, ISBN 9780897473941 Format A4, 64 Pages, Soft Cover, Published 1998. The exploits of the aces , their aircraft and tactics, from WWI to the Korean Conflict. Further, the aces' aircraft are described with an emphasis on their performance, how they were flown, and how the combination of pilot and aircraft stood up to the opposition. Includes such notables as Manfred von Richthofen (Red Baron), Gregory (Pappy) Boyington, Francis S. Gabreski, Herman Graf, and the novel inclusion of Michael Wittmann as the "Tiger Ace". Over 100 full color paintings numerous B&W sketches & photos. 32 color pages.