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The A-20 Havoc, known to the British as the Boston, was built by Douglas and Boeing during WWII and arguably became the most famous of the attack aircraft fielded by the United States during that war. This volume traces the aircraft from the prewar Douglas 7B through the many versions of the aircraft used by the US, French, British, and Russian forces during the course of the war. The story of these iconic WWII aircraft is told through carefully researched photos, many of which have never before been published, which are reproduced in remarkable clarity. Large, clear photos, coupled with descriptive and informative captions, unlock the secrets of this aircraft. AUTHOR: Author of over 125 books, David Doyle's aircraft books are noted for their thorough coverage of historic warplanes and his celebrated ability to locate scarce vintage imagery. SELLING POINTS: . Chronicles the design, development, and wartime use of the most famous of America's WWII attack bombers . Illustrates the evolution of the aircraft from the Douglas 7B to the A-20K and P-70 . Shows extensive use by US, French, British, and Russian forces in a variety of war theaters 174 colour and b/w photographs

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The aircraft books by David Doyle, author of over 125 books, are noted for their thorough coverage of historic warplanes and his celebrated ability to locate scarce vintage imagery.

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