Stalin expected little opposition as he ordered the Red Army to invade Finland and he got a very unpleasant shock. The Winter War is little known in English-language military histories, making this excellent new book a very welcome addition. – Most Highly Recommended
Monthly Archives: February 2021
Britain’s Airline Entrepreneurs, From Laker to Branson
Wow, what a treat from Burnt Ash Publishing who have been breaking fresh ground in aviation history. Sadly, few of the names in this book mean anything today when the people and their airlines deserve so much better. Here is the opportunity to learn about them all. – Most Highly Recommended
De Havilland Comet, The plane that changed the world
This book is a must read for anyone with any interest in aviation, transport and travel. The Comet was a revolution in aircraft engineering, years ahead of the closest rival, but dogged by some early technical flaws. – Most Highly Recommended
Single No. 17, Supermarine Spitfire IIA
MMP has its roots in publications for model makers and model engineers, who are well served by the ‘Single’ series. This book provides 1/72 and 1/48 scale drawings, much fine detail and colour schemes. – Very Highly Recommended
Spotlight On 22 – Ilyushin Il-2
MMP has its roots in publications for model makers and model engineers, who are well served by the Spotlight On series. The author has provided a nicely researched review of the very important Il-2 ground attack aircraft and the fine full colour illustrations will also be appreciated by military history enthusiasts. – Most Highly Recommended
Camera On 21, 4-wheeled Armoured Cars in Germany WW2
The high quality well illustrated ‘Camera On:’ military equipment series using photographs from private collections and archives. The author has provided a nicely researched review of the 4-wheeled armoured cars that provided armoured training vehicles and then continued on through WWII, giving reliable service in all theatres where German troops were deployed. – Highly Recommended
European Steam in the 1960s
Another beautifully illustrated book from a best selling author of steam. The author has covered the 1960s in Europe as steam was giving way to diesel and electric power to drive its railways. – Most Highly Recommended