The standard reference
Air War over Europe 1939 – 1945
The Luftwaffe tested to the limit
Exciting facts
Detailed aircraft profiles, maps and scenarios explain the military context on the ground and in the air.
Incredible engineering achievements
In 1945, German aviation was a world leader. Many of the technical developments are explained in an understandable way.
Unique performance data
Unique compilation of all performance data of well-known aircraft types in thousand-metre altitude increments.
Air War over Europe 1939 – 1945: The standard reference work as a book!
Never before has such a comprehensive, detailed and at the same time exceptionally excitingly written book on the air war in Europe’s skies been available. Now the author is publishing his thoroughly revised new edition himself.
Dr Manuel Wolf describes the air war over all the important theatres of war in Europe and describes the dramatic events from a completely new perspective. In a fluid and lively style of presentation, the events are explained in a completely new way using thematic, biographical and time-orientated chapters.
Some interesting chapters
01
The genie out of the bottle
From the Treaty of Versailles via the founding of the Luftwaffe, the main features of what was currently the modern conception of a war from the air.
07
“I hope I never see a mountain again as long as I live.”
From the allied troop landings in French North Africa via Sicily straight across Italy. A prevented mustard gas attack. Remote-controlled bombs, precursors of cruise missiles.
09
„Dr. Gustav West!“ - They are coming …
The invasion. “That surely has to be the greatest moment in the history of the Luftwaffe” (Pips Priller).
14
Crash course to death - literally
The deployment of novice pilots, trained with irresponsible haste and sent to their slaughter against an enemy far superior in number, with specific reference to the events of 21. November 1944.
16
“As safe as England.”
The attack from nowhereThe allied advance from the bridgehead of Normandy, the encirclement of Falaise. The landings in southern France to the Ardennes Offensive of the German armed forces. The air battle for the bridges over the Moselle of 23rd December 1944.
23
Miracle weapons
Faith can move mountains but it cannot win wars. From the “Volkssturm” to the first V1 aerial drone bomb via the first longrange V2 rocket to the first operational jet-powered bomber—the Arado Ar 234—and their mission on 9th March 1945 over the bridge at Remagen. Göring’s appeals for self-sacrifice.
24
Jet fighters — Germany’s final triumph in the sky
The legendary Messerschmitt Me 262—the first operational jet fighter aircraft ever to be deployed.
All this and much more can be found in the book!
Order online now!The more comprehensive view with backgrounds that have never been told before.
With a wealth of extraordinarily detailed information, the overall military context on the ground and in the air becomes comprehensible to the reader. All major aircraft types are compared with a never before published unique compilation of performance data. Identifications of the aircraft involved in the events are presented and the losses on individual days of combat are listed in tabular form. The book describes pioneering technical developments in an understandable way and depicts air battles in a gripping and accurate manner. Impressive colour illustrations of the air battles reveal their drama to the reader.
From the basics of air warfare to the detective-like clarification of an issue that has been the subject of controversy for years, this book is a real treasure trove for anyone interested in the subject.
With his attention to detail, Dr Manuel Wolf not only explains the decisive major air battles. The “small” sideshows, the mental conflict of the pilots and the fear that was always breathing down their necks are also vividly and empathetically portrayed.
The book concludes with a unique compilation of the performance data of all well-known aircraft types of the powers at war in Europe in thousand-metre altitude increments, which has never before been published in this comprehensive form anywhere in the world and makes this book indispensable.
This masterpiece with more than 700 photos, colour aircraft profiles, maps and detailed scenarios is a must for any reader interested in military history.
Exciting story on 832 pages
The more comprehensive view with backgrounds that have never been told before.
The book offers an in-depth insight into military operations on land and in the air. It presents detailed information on aircraft types, identification of aircraft involved and casualties on battle days. In addition, it explains technical developments clearly and accurately depicts thrilling air battles. Impressive colour illustrations enhance the drama.
You will find this in »Air war over Europe 1939 - 1945«:
- Comprehensive insights into military operations
- Unique aircraft comparisons based on previously unpublished performance data
- Detailed breakdown of aircraft identification and losses on combat days
- Clear presentation of groundbreaking technical developments
- Captivating description and impressive visualisation of aerial combat