The German Air Force versus Russia, 1942

The German Air Force versus Russia, 1942
Title The German Air Force versus Russia, 1942 PDF eBook
Author Generalleutnant Hermann Plocher
Publisher Pickle Partners Publishing
Pages 781
Release 2017-06-28
Genre History
ISBN 1787206041

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The German Air Force versus Russia, 1942, written by Generalleutnant Hermann Plocher, revised and edited by Mr. Harry Fletcher, and first published in 1966, is one of a series of historical studies written for the United States Air Force Historical Division by men who had been key officers in the German Air Force during World War II. The overall purpose of the series is twofold: 1) To provide the United States Air Force with a comprehensive and, insofar as possible, authoritative history of a major air force which suffered defeat in World War II, a history prepared by many of the principal and responsible leaders of that air force; 2) to provide a firsthand account of that air force’s unique combat in a major war, especially its fight against the forces of the Soviet Union. This series of studies therefore covers in large part virtually all phases of the Luftwaffe’s operations and organization, from its camouflaged origin in the Reichswehr, during the period of secret German rearmament following World War I, through its participation in the Spanish Civil War and its massive operations and final defeat in World War II, with particular attention to the air war on the Eastern Front. This work, volume two of a series, is devoted to a descriptive account, in some parts in great detail, of German aerial operations in the Eastern Theater of Operations during 1942.

Strategy For Defeat: The Luftwaffe, 1933-1945 [Illustrated Edition]

Strategy For Defeat: The Luftwaffe, 1933-1945 [Illustrated Edition]
Title Strategy For Defeat: The Luftwaffe, 1933-1945 [Illustrated Edition] PDF eBook
Author Williamson Murray
Publisher Pickle Partners Publishing
Pages 883
Release 2015-11-06
Genre History
ISBN 178625770X

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Includes the Aerial Warfare In Europe During World War II illustrations pack with over 200 maps, plans, and photos. This book is a comprehensive analysis of an air force, the Luftwaffe, in World War II. It follows the Germans from their prewar preparations to their final defeat. There are many disturbing parallels with our current situation. I urge every student of military science to read it carefully. The lessons of the nature of warfare and the application of airpower can provide the guidance to develop our fighting forces and employment concepts to meet the significant challenges we are certain to face in the future.

The German Air Force Versus Russia ...

The German Air Force Versus Russia ...
Title The German Air Force Versus Russia ... PDF eBook
Author Hermann Plocher
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Release 1968
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Fighting the Russians in Winter: Three Case Studies

Fighting the Russians in Winter: Three Case Studies
Title Fighting the Russians in Winter: Three Case Studies PDF eBook
Author A. F. Chew
Publisher DIANE Publishing
Pages 56
Release 1981
Genre Soviet Union
ISBN 1428915982

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The German Air Force versus Russia, 1943

The German Air Force versus Russia, 1943
Title The German Air Force versus Russia, 1943 PDF eBook
Author Generalleutnant Hermann Plocher
Publisher Pickle Partners Publishing
Pages 639
Release 2017-06-28
Genre History
ISBN 178720605X

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The German Air Force versus Russia, 1943, written by Generalleutnant Hermann Plocher, revised and edited by Mr. Harry Fletcher, and first published in 1968, is one of a series of historical studies written for the United States Air Force Historical Division by men who had been key officers in the German Air Force during World War II. The overall purpose of the series is twofold: 1) To provide the United States Air Force with a comprehensive and, insofar as possible, authoritative history of a major air force which suffered defeat in World War II, a history prepared by many of the principal and responsible leaders of that air force; 2) to provide a firsthand account of that air force’s unique combat in a major war, especially its fight against the forces of the Soviet Union. This series of studies therefore covers in large part virtually all phases of the Luftwaffe’s operations and organization, from its camouflaged origin in the Reichswehr, during the period of secret German rearmament following World War I, through its participation in the Spanish Civil War and its massive operations and final defeat in World War II, with particular attention to the air war on the Eastern Front. In the course of the crucial battles in the East at the close of 1942, the only important mission assigned to the Luftwaffe was that of providing for the support of the Army, usually direct support on the field of battle. This remained the Luftwaffe’s main mission throughout the year 1943, and was almost exclusively dependent upon Army operations. Therefore, in this third volume on the war in Russia, it is again necessary, in fact even more than before, to treat the ground situation in some detail.

Air Force Combat Units of World War II

Air Force Combat Units of World War II
Title Air Force Combat Units of World War II PDF eBook
Author Maurer Maurer
Publisher DIANE Publishing
Pages 520
Release 1961
Genre United States
ISBN 1428915850

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German Soldier vs Soviet Soldier

German Soldier vs Soviet Soldier
Title German Soldier vs Soviet Soldier PDF eBook
Author Chris McNab
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing
Pages 81
Release 2017-10-19
Genre History
ISBN 147282458X

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By the end of the first week of November 1942, the German Sixth Army held about 90 per cent of Stalingrad. Yet the Soviets stubbornly held on to the remaining parts of the city, and German casualties started to reach catastrophic levels. In an attempt to break the deadlock, Hitler decided to send additional German pioneer battalions to act as an urban warfare spearhead. These combat engineers were skilled in all aspects of city fighting, especially in the use of demolitions and small arms to overcome defended positions and in the destruction of armoured vehicles. Facing them were hardened Soviet troops who had perfected the use of urban camouflage, concealed and interlocking firing positions, close quarters battle, and sniper support. This fully illustrated book explores the tactics and effectiveness of these opposing troops during this period, focusing particularly on the brutal close-quarters fight over the Krasnaya Barrikady (Red Barricades) ordnance factory.