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The Jg 7: The Worlds First Jet Fighter Unit 1944/1945 (Schiffer Military History)
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Formed In August 1944, Jagdgeschwader 7 Was Equipped With The Revolutionary Me 262 Jet Fighter, Which Was Faster Than Any Aircraft In Existence At The Time. This Unit Experienced All Of The Highs And Lows Associated With The Introduction Of Such A Radically New Design. Thus The History Of Jg 7 Is Also The Story Of The Me 262, And Inspired Design Which Broke New Ground In Many Areas Of Technology, And For Which There Was Simply Not Enough Time For Thorough Development. The Pilots Of Jg 7 Frequently Had To Make Do With Improvisation And Faced A Numerically Far Superior Enemy In An Aircraft Which Was Technically Immature. Manfred Boehme Has Collected Many Documentary Sources Including First Hand Accounts, Technical Records And Photo Archives Many Of The 150 Photos Are Published Here For The First Time.
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- Q: What is 'The JG 7: The World’s First Jet Fighter Unit 1944/1945' about? A: This book details the history of Jagdgeschwader 7, the first jet fighter unit, focusing on its use of the Me 262 jet fighter during World War II.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Manfred Boehme, who has compiled extensive documentary sources and firsthand accounts.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: This is a hardcover reference book categorized under military aviation history.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on November 1, 1992.
- Q: What can I expect to find in the book? A: Readers can expect a mix of historical narrative, technical records, and over 150 photos, many of which are published for the first time.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in military history? A: Yes, the book is informative and accessible for both enthusiasts and those new to military aviation history.
- Q: Does the book include personal accounts from pilots? A: Yes, it includes firsthand accounts from pilots who served in Jagdgeschwader 7.
- Q: What makes the Me 262 significant in aviation history? A: The Me 262 was the world's first operational jet fighter, introducing revolutionary technology that changed aerial combat.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new and in excellent condition.