Description

Many aircraft of German origin were used operationally by Italy during the Second World War but, by far the most significant, was the renowned Bf 109 (or, as it is often written with equal purpose, Me 109). This book is the first which thoroughly documents Italian use of the German Bf 109 during WW II. The authors spared no effort to bring this remarkable segment of the air war in Europe to light. The story is a carefully woven blend of the technical with the personal lives and exploits of the pilots who were involved in some of the most hard fought air battles of all time. Flying the famous German Bf 109 into battle with the best the Allies could commit to action, often against impossible odds, the Italian pilots flew with distinction and bravery.- 128 pages – 168 photographs – 15 colour drawings – 10 colour photographs – 9 maps, tables and charts.