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When this book was first published in 1997 it was the first time that Germany's incredible fighter projects of 193945 had been revealed in this detail showing the technical dominance that their famed designers could have achieved if time allowed shapes and layouts that do not look out of place today.Reichsmarschall Hermann Goering was so convinced in 1940 that his Luftwaffe was invincible that he decreed that only refinements of existing types need be considered there was no need for more research and development as the war would be short and sharp. The Battle of Britain and the flawed invasion of the Soviet Union changed all that. Germany needed all the technological muscle it could muster. From mid1941 onwards the brakes were off and some of the finest minds in aerodynamics turned their thoughts to warwinning fighters of a new generation.Momentum was gained at an incredible pace, moving through advanced pistonengined designs to produce jet fighters using aerodynamic concepts that the Allies seemed unable to match. Thankfully, the timelag generated by the German leadershiop allowed little in the way of hardware to appear operationally by 1945.With access to much previously unpublished information the authors bring to life futuristic shapes that might have terrorised the Allies had the war gone beyond 1945. Full colour action illustrations in contemporary unit marking show vividly what might have been achieved. Careful comparison with later Allied and Soviet aircraft show the legacy handed on, right up to today's stealth aircraft.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Luftwaffe Secret Projects: Fighters, 1939-1945'? A: The book explores the futuristic aircraft designs that the Luftwaffe considered during World War II, showcasing shapes and concepts that could have changed the course of aviation history had the war continued beyond 1945.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Walter Schick and Thomas R. Meyer, who provide insights based on previously unpublished information.
- Q: What type of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book includes full color action illustrations that depict the aircraft in contemporary unit markings, vividly showcasing what might have been achieved.
- Q: Is 'Luftwaffe Secret Projects: Fighters, 1939-1945' a used or new book? A: This book is in new condition, ensuring that you receive a quality product.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is bound in hardcover, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 128 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on July 15, 2007.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the first edition of 'Luftwaffe Secret Projects: Fighters, 1939-1945'.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: The book falls under the Aviation category, making it suitable for aviation enthusiasts and historians.
- Q: Can I use this book for academic research? A: Yes, the book contains previously unpublished information and detailed comparisons that can be valuable for academic research on aviation and military history.