Luftwaffe Aces: German Combat Pilots of WWII by Franz Kurowski (1996, Paperback)

“Luftwaffe Aces: German Combat Pilots of WWII” by Franz Kurowski is a biography of German combat pilots during World War II. This nonfiction book, originally published in German in 1996 and reprinted in English in 2004, tells the stories of the aces who flew for the Luftwaffe during the 1940s. With 396 pages, this trade paperback is part of the Stackpole Military History series and is written in English, making it accessible to a wide audience of adults interested in military history and World War II.

RARE 1st ed SIGNED Patented Transitional & Metallic Planes in America Vol. II

This product is a signed first edition hardcover book titled “Patented Transitional & Metallic Planes in America Vol. II” by Roger K. Smith. The book is a comprehensive reference work on patented and other planes manufactured in America between 1827 and 1960, with a focus on industrial history and aeronautics. It includes photographs, illustrations, and a wealth of information on various inventors and manufacturers, with a special emphasis on rare and previously unknown planes. The book is illustrated and contains a special section on planes by various important manufacturers, as well as a complete bibliography and index. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for individuals interested in the history and design of planes in America during the 19th and 20th centuries.