Flying Legends The High Battleground
Flying Legends The High Battleground by John M. Dibbs, published by Boston Mills Press in 2006, presents a stunning visual journey through the world of World War II aviation. This oversized full-color pictorial features breathtaking airborne shots of 56 meticulously restored aircraft from various nations, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Russia, Germany, Japan, and Sweden. Each page showcases a historic black-and-white photograph alongside an engaging profile of a combat veteran who experienced the “high battleground” firsthand, offering readers a unique glimpse into the past.
In this edition, readers will find a rich collection of images that highlight iconic aircraft such as the Supermarine Spitfire, Lockheed P-38 Lightning, and Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero. The collaboration between hand-picked specialist formation pilots and the photographer ensures that the images capture the essence of these warplanes in flight. With a focus on history, military aviation, and transportation, this book serves as a visual documentary that appeals to enthusiasts of aviation and military history alike. Spanning 124 pages, this English-language edition invites readers to explore the artistry and engineering of these legendary aircraft.
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Breathtaking images from the popular Flying Legends calendars.
John Dibbs is the world’s leading air-to-air photographer. No one gets closer. This oversized full-color pictorial showcases breathtaking airborne shots of 56 of the most perfectly restored World War II aircraft from the United States, the United Kingdom, Russia, Germany, Japan and Sweden.
Each spread features a historic black-and-white photograph and an exciting profile of a combat veteran who experienced the “high battleground” first-hand.
Some of the featured aircraft:
- Supermarine Spitfire LF IXe
- Yak 3
- Lockheed P-38 Lightning, Joltin’ Jose
- Mitsubishi A6M5 Type 0 Zero
- Messerschmitt Bf 109 Black Six
- Bell P39-Q6 Airacobra
- Hawker Sea Hurricane lB
- Grumman TBM-3 Avenger
- Polikarpov I-16
- Curtiss Hawk 75
- Bristol Blenheim Mk IV
- Saab B17
A group of hand-picked specialist formation pilots worked with the photographer to produce “perfect shots.” There are no more perfect photographs of warplanes in flight than the images that appear in this thrilling collection.
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