Evolution of Airborne Operations 1939-1945 WWII Military History USAF Book canada By Susan Butlin

By Susan Butlin

Published by Vanwell in 1992

Light soiling on cover and sticker stains on front and rear covers

Condition: Used - Good - Wear on cover edges and corners

Evolution of Airborne Operations 1939-1945 WWII Military History USAF Book canada By Susan ButlinCondition: Used Like New The development of air transport in the early 20th Century led military strategists to examine the concept of inserting light infantry at key points behind enemy lines by air landing and air drop. The Germans were first off the mark with assaults in Norway and at Eben Emael in 1940. Crete saw a larger scale attack but while ultimately victorious the cost of men and equipment involved deterred any further Axis operation. The