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SB2C Helldiver: Legends of Warfare hardcover

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While initally labeled as a troublesome aircraft, the Curtiss SB2C Helldiver went on to be noted for striking more Japanese targets than any other US Navy dive bomber. Despite this, the Helldiver was to be the last of a long line of US Navy dive bombers.

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SB2C Helldiver: Legends of Warfare hardcover

SB2C Helldiver: Curtiss's Carrier-Based Dive Bomber in World War II: Legends of Warfare hardcover

- Part of the Legend of Warfare series, this covers the design, development, and deployment of the Curtiss SB2C Helldiver in WWII
- Ideal for military history enthusiasts who enjoy concise, affordable warfare histories illustrated with rare archival photographs.
- Chronicles all versions of the Helldiver, including those built in Canada under license

While initally labeled as a troublesome aircraft, the Curtiss SB2C Helldiver went on to be noted for striking more Japanese targets than any other US Navy dive bomber. Despite this, the Helldiver was to be the last of a long line of US Navy dive bombers. The development, production, and combat use of the many variations of the Helldiver are examined, including experimental variants that did not progress beyond the prototype stage. Profusely illustrated with war-era photographs, both black-and-white and color, which are augmented with beautiful color photos of the only remaining flyable example, this book provides the reader with a concise yet thorough study of this legendary aircraft. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.

Published June 2020, 112 pages, 139 colour and black and white photographs, hardcover, 9" x 9"

Schiffer Legends of Warfare Series

Started in 2017, The Legends of Warfare series by Schiffer Publishing covers Aviation, Naval and Ground forces including aircraft of all types in a beautiful 9” x 9” hardcover format. Predominantly covering military aircraft from all eras, more volumes are being added each season. Each book is a concise history of a particular type of aircraft, well illustrated with over 100 black and white and colour photographs, and black & white line drawings and plans. Page counts vary depending on the aircraft, and some types are covered two volumes.

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