Consolidated B-24 Liberator
“Consolidated B-24 Liberator” by Edward Shacklady is a detailed exploration of the B-24 Liberator, published by Cerberus in 2002. This first edition spans 160 pages and is presented in English. The book highlights the significance of the B-24, which, despite being overshadowed by the B-17 Flying Fortress, was produced in greater numbers and utilized by various Allied air forces throughout World War II.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of the B-24’s operational history, including its initial use by the Royal Air Force for transport across the North Atlantic and its evolution into a heavy bomber. The text discusses the advancements in armament, such as the incorporation of powered turrets, and details the aircraft’s roles in different theaters of war, including its service in the Pacific and its specialized missions for intelligence agencies in Occupied Europe. The book provides insights into the aircraft’s contributions to the war effort, making it a valuable resource for those interested in military history and World War II.
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Although overshadowed, to a large extent, by the B-17 Flying Fortress the B-24 Liberator was made in greater quantity, and used by more Allied air forces on every front of the Second World War. The first operational models were used by the Royal Air Force as a transport on the North Atlantic ferry service. The RAF Liberator I, used both as a bomber in North Africa and as a long-range Coastal Command patroller, had ASV (air-to-surface vessel) radar and four 20mm cannons. Its armament was greatly improved when powered turrets in the tail and mid-upper positions were incorporated into the Liberator II. As a heavy bomber it saw service in the Pacific with the USAAF; in North Africa and Italy with the RAF and USAAF. Specially equipped Liberators were also used to drop agents and equipment in Occupied Europe on behalf of the OSS (Office of Strategic Service), SOE (Special Operations Executive) and SIS (Secret Intelligence Service, also known as MI6).
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