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OverviewFor many years the importance and contribution of the Hawker Hurricane was eclipsed by the Spitfire but statistically the Hurricane was superior in the majority of cases. Thanks to Tommy Sopwith's initiative and gamble the Hurricane was ready at the outbreak of the Second World War and in service throughout. As this superbly researched book reveals by examining the roles, actions and personalities of ten Hurricane squadrons, this iconic aircraft was not only exceptionally robust but astonishingly versatile. We track its performance from the Battle of France and Britain through the Middle East, Italy and on to Burma. It excelled as day and night interceptor, intruder and importantly as a rocket firing tank buster. The Hurricane inspired great loyalty among its pilots and their colourful personalities and thrilling experiences make this splendid book an informative and entertaining read. SELLING POINTS: . The Hurricane was the most successful RAF fighter of the Second World War. . Covers the operations of ten RAF squadrons in diverse theatres of war: France, Battle of Britain, the Mediterranean and North Africa . Describes not only the aerial combat but the pilots' personalities and their experiences. . Written by an expert aviation author. 16 pages of b/w plates Full Product DetailsAuthor: Adrian StewartPublisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd Imprint: Pen & Sword Military Weight: 0.567kg ISBN: 9781473848429ISBN 10: 1473848423 Pages: 208 Publication Date: 01 September 2016 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationAdrian Stewart was educated at Rugby School before taking First Class Honours at Caius College, Cambridge. His previously published works with Pen and Sword Books include: Eighth Army's Greatest Victories, Early Battles of Eighth Army, They Flew Hurricanes, The Campaigns of Alexander of Tunis 1940-1945, February 1942 - Britain's Darkest Days, Carriers at War, Six of Monty's Men and Ten Squadrons of Hurricanes (2015) have all been published by Pen and Sword Books. He lives near Rugby. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |