C-47 Skytrain : The "Gooney Bird" from Douglas
by
David Doyle
Book Details
Format
Hardback
Book Series
Legends of Warfare: Aviation
ISBN-10
0764367900
ISBN-13
9780764367908
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Imprint
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Country of Manufacture
IN
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
May 28th, 2024
Print length
144 Pages
Weight
958 grams
Dimensions
23.60 x 23.50 x 2.00 cms
Product Classification:
c 1938 to c 1946 (World War Two period)Photographic reportagePhotojournalism and documentary photography20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000Second World WarAir forces and warfareAir forces & warfareMilitary vehicles and transport of air, land and seaMilitary aircraftHistorySecond World War
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A concise illustrated guide to the famous "Gooney Bird," one of the most beloved American aircraft of the Second World War
A concise illustrated guide to the famous "Gooney Bird," one of the most beloved American aircraft of the Second World War
The Douglas C-47 Skytrain and its near twin, the C-53 Skytrooper, formed the backbone of American airborne transport during WWII. In addition to hauling cargo, these aircraft also delivered paratroopers to the front, including for the Normandy invasion.
Derived from the Douglas DC-3, the C-47 saw service with US and Allied militaries in Korea and even Vietnam, including notably the heavily armed AC-47D gunship. This volume explores the development and use of the aircraft, as well as details of its construction.
The Skytrain was indispensable to the American war effort; more than 10,000 were built and many are still flying today. The planes are also on display at museums on every continent aside from Antarctica, making the plan very relatable and accessible for readers all over the world.
Readers will enjoy nearly 300 images of the C-47 and its variants, including the C-53 and AC-47D.
The Douglas C-47 Skytrain and its near twin, the C-53 Skytrooper, formed the backbone of American airborne transport during WWII. In addition to hauling cargo, these aircraft also delivered paratroopers to the front, including for the Normandy invasion.
Derived from the Douglas DC-3, the C-47 saw service with US and Allied militaries in Korea and even Vietnam, including notably the heavily armed AC-47D gunship. This volume explores the development and use of the aircraft, as well as details of its construction.
The Skytrain was indispensable to the American war effort; more than 10,000 were built and many are still flying today. The planes are also on display at museums on every continent aside from Antarctica, making the plan very relatable and accessible for readers all over the world.
Readers will enjoy nearly 300 images of the C-47 and its variants, including the C-53 and AC-47D.
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