The Mighty Eight : A History of the U.S. 8th Army Air Force

This wonderful book, beautifully illustrated with photographs and colour illustrations, tells you the history of the 8th United States Army Air Force, known as " The Mighty Eighth ".

The first detailed and well - illustrated reference history of the 8th United States Army Air Force from its inception in January 1942 to its departure from the United Kingdom after the end of the hostilities in Europe.

Compiled and written by an acknowledged expert on the subject, this book traces the early history of the 8th U.S.A.A.F. followed by detailed accounts of its operations from the United Kingdom between July 1942 until V - E Day, with emphasis on the combat units, their men and aircraft, ending with a reference section giving accurate statistics on every bomber and fighter formation to serve under the 8th U.S.A.A.F. command.

( ... ) As the 8th U.S.A.A.F. was destined to play a major role in smashing the German war effort, this work will be of considerable value to all readers interested in the history of the Second World War. ( ... )