Jackson, Robert

Presents a history on 101 of the world's best fighter planes in chronological order from the biplanes that battled over Flanders during World War I to the potency of today's advanced jets. Includes information on the country of origin, type, powerplant, performance, weights, dimensions, and armament for each plane along with a photograph.

Profiles 101 warships from World War I to the present, examining their history, specifications, and significance. Features illustrations and photographs, a glossary, and sources of additional information.

Profiles 101 tanks from throughout history, providing specifications, a photograph, an illustration, and an overview of uses and performance for each.

Profiles 101 bombers from throughout history, providing specifications, a photograph, an illustration, and an overview of uses and performance for each.

Photographs and illustrations explore the interiors and exteriors of twenty-four warships throughout history with text describing the history and service of the ships, along with technical data on each vessel.

Presents sixteen true stories of pilots who performed extraordinary feats of heroism during World War II.

Describes a variety of modern fighter aircraft, their capabilities, and how they are used in combat. Includes descriptions of dogfights and ground attack operations.

Tells the story of civil aviation's development through the world, between 1920 and 1940.

Ever since man first took to the air, combat aircraft have been at the forefront of technology, resulting in some of the most spectacular and complex machines ever built. Military Aircraft is a celebratin of these superlative machines and the pilots who flew them, featuring beautifully reproduced artworks of more than 200 of the world's finest fighting aircraft. You will find information on the B-17G Flying Fortress, Cessna, F-14A+ Tomcat, Sikorsky, and Spitfire FR.Mk.