The Spitfire / Adrian Kerrison.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Kerrison, Adrian, author.

Series:

IWM Photography Collection

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Spitfire (Fighter plane).

Physical Description:

1 online resource (98 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

London, England : Imperial War Museum, [2022]

Summary:

This book provides a comprehensive history of the Supermarine Spitfire, an iconic British fighter aircraft renowned for its pivotal role in World War II. It details the aircraft's design, development, and operational history, highlighting its significance in the Battle of Britain and its evolution through various marks. The book celebrates the contributions of key figures like Reginald J. Mitchell, Joseph Smith, and the teams at Supermarine and Rolls Royce. Drawing from the Imperial War Museum's photographic collection, it showcases the Spitfire's progression from prototype to its final variants, emphasizing its adaptability and enduring legacy. The work is aimed at aviation enthusiasts and historians, offering insights into the aircraft's technical advancements and its symbolic importance as a representation of British resilience and innovation during the war. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Copyright Page

Book Title

Introduction

Back Cover.

Notes:

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Other Format:

Print version: Kerrison, Adrian The Spitfire

ISBN:

9781912423873

OCLC:

1443084690