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New Books this Month...
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Canadian
Military Aircraft
John A. Griffin , Robert H. Smith Kenneth D. Castl |Vanwell
This book provides an extensive catalogue of the aircraft on strength at
the time of unification of the Royal Canadian Navy, Canadian Army and
Royal Canadian Air Force, and in the following 30 years, from 1968-1998.
Here are serials and photographs of every type of aircraft used to
protect Canada, in one comprehensive volume.
ISBN-13: 9781551250892 | Hardcover | 248 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250896 | 9x11 | Black and White |
$14.95
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Generalship
and the Art of the Admiral
Bernd Horn , Stephen J. Harris |Vanwell
This collection of essays by Canadian Forces officers, as well as
prominent Canadian authors and scholars, expresses the unique Canadian
experience and outlook in regard to the changing nature of leadership in
the armed forces. Specifically, the book examines generalship from a
number of perspectives. An impressive volume of opinions from many
decorated figures in the military.
ISBN-13: 9781551250601 | Paperback | 552 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250608 | 6x9 | Black and White |
$7.95 |
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Our
Little Army in the Field
Brian A. Reid |Vanwell
The Boer War, set in South Africa from 1899 to 1902, saw the first
Canadian troops sent overseas to fight. This is the story of the
soldiers that fought there, how they overcame their limitations, and how
they defeated very tough and unconventional enemies. This book serves to
shed new light on the Canadian troops in their first overseas battle.
Includes photographs.
ISBN-13: 9781551250243 | Hardcover | 204 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250241 | 7x10 | Black and
$7.95 |
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Sink
All the Shipping There
Fraser M. McKee |Vanwell
The merchant ship sinkings during the Second World War have long been
recognized, and now their stories are fully told in this volume. McKee
researched these 60 accounts from primary sources and interviews with
survivors, to give a complete account of the wartime losses. These are
stories of heroism, dedication, determination, and survival in the
Merchant Marine. Includes photographs.
ISBN-13: 9781551250557 | Hardcover | 328 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250551 | 6x9 | Black and White |
$7.95 |
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We
Lead, Others Follow
Kenneth Radley |Vanwell
We Lead, Others Follow covers an aspect of the Great War not previously
studied. 1st Division, Canadian Expeditionary Force, was the first
division ever put in the field by the Dominion of Canada. This book is a
careful analysis of the Division's journey from raw militia to
professional fighting formation. Exceptionally well documented, this is
an invaluable study in Canadian military history.
ISBN-13: 9781551251004 | Hardcover | 414 pp
ISBN-10: 1551251000 | 6x9 | Black and White |
$7.95 |
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COBALT, ONTARIO
- by Michael Barnes / Vanwell
Publishing
The story of the silver rush, the
railroads and Cobalt Ontario. Filled with wonderful historical photos.
softcover, 128 Pages
Originally published at $22.95
now .....$7.95
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Kirkland Lake, Ontario
Michael Barnes |Looking Back Press
This fascinating book tells the story of Kirkland Lake, a Northern
Ontario Gold Town. The town features seven great mines, and this book
tells the story of their development, production, and gradual decline
through a spectacular collection of images. Today the town recalls its
mining past, and is still a source of industry expertise. A great look
into Canadian heritage.
ISBN-13: 9781550689242 | Paperback | 128 pp
ISBN-10: 155068924X | 7x9 | Black and White
originally published at $24.95
now
only.....$7.95 |
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Porcupine Goldfields, Ontario
Karen Bachmann |Looking Back Press
This book explores the first 10 years (1909-1919) of development in the
communities of Timmins, Schumacher, South Porcupine, and Porcupine, all
in Ontario, Canada. The romantic myths and hard realities of living in a
gold mining camp come to life in this collection of exceptional stories
and photographs. A great look at the Canadian heritage.
ISBN-13: 9781550689228 | Paperback | 128 pp
ISBN-10: 1550689223 | 6x9 | Black and White |
originally published at
$24.95
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only.....$7.95 |
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Porcupine Goldfields, 1920-1935
Karen Bachmann |Looking Back Press
In this sequel to Porcupine Goldfields, Bachmann looks at the continued
development of the mining communities of Timmins, Schumacher, South
Porcupine, and Porcupine, Ontario. This book is packed with photos from
the collection of the Timmins Museum, and explores the following themes:
mining and lumbering, businesses and shops, sports and culture, and the
search for permanency.
ISBN-13: 9781550689365 | Paperback | 128 pp
ISBN-10: 1550689363 | 7x9 | Black and White \
originally published at $22.95
now only $7.95 |
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Starfighter CF104
Anthony L. Stachiw , Andrew Tattersall |Vanwell
A look into one of the most popular planes in
the Canadian military: the Starfighter, which served for 25 years with 8
squadrons, six of which were tasked with the tactical nuclear strike
role. This book profiles the design, operational history, variants and
armaments of the CF104, with full color views suitable for modellers.
ISBN-13: 9781551251141 | Paperback | 150 pp
ISBN-10: 1551251140 | 7x10 | Color | now
only $9.95 |
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We're
Not Dead Yet
Milly Walsh , John Callan Bert Cooke |Vanwell
A firsthand account of the experiences of Herbert Bryant 'Bert' Cooke, a
soldier in the 75th Canadian Battalion during the First World War.
Cooke's diaries reveal the constant fear and fatigue that wore down his
unit, the grueling training, the unspeakable horrors in the trenches,
and the devestating effects of war on the people of Europe. This is a
very real, very shocking look into war.
ISBN-13: 9781551250878 | Paperback | 182 pp
ISBN-10: 155125087X | 5x8 | Black and White
now
only $4.95 |
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WE Move
Only Forward - by James A. Wood
Canada, the United States and the first
Special Service Force, 1942-44
Vanwell Publishing, softcover, 238 Pages
now only $6.95
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Behind the Fence
Les Chater |Vanwell
This in a intimate look into the experiences of Les Chater, a prisoner
of war in Japan from 1942 to 1945. He kept a secret daily record in four
palm-sized booklets, his own small defiance and challenge, which are now
published here. These diaries were submitted as evidence in the Tokyo
War Crimes Trials in 1947, and show the horrific treatment of POWs in
WWII.
ISBN-13: 9781551250861 | Paperback | 288 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250861 | 6x9 | Black and White |
original price $24.95.....Now
only $7.95 |
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The Red
Baron's Last Flight - a Mystery Invesigated
An investigation into the death in combat of Manfred
von Richthofen, the famous "Red Baron" of the German Air Service in the
First World War.
Vanwell Publishing, St. Catharines, ON, 1997. . 9¾"
- 12" tall. pp; 143.
now only $9.95 |
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Ships
in Trouble: The Great Lakes 1880-1950
Skip Gillham |Looking Back Press
Gillham looks back at some of the mishaps and disasters that have
befallen vessels which plied the Great Lakes. It recounts their
difficulties with archived photographs and vivid stories of fire,
collision, winds, waves, ice, mechanical failure, human error, and much
more. Take a look back at life aboard great vessels in 1880 to 1950.
ISBN-13: 9781550689389 | Paperback | 128 pp
ISBN-10: 155068938X | 7x9 | Black and White |
Originally published at $22.95
now only $9.95 |
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Canadian Coast Guard 1962-2002
Charles D. Maginley |Vanwell
All mariners in Canadian waters depend on the Coast Guard for promoting
safety, providing navigation aids, traffic advisories, radio
communications, and more. This book examines the facts that led to the
creation of the Coast Guard, and describes its development during the
last 40 years, especially the evolution of its ships. Aided with
photographs, a glossary, and list of important people.
ISBN-13: 9781551250922 | Paperback | 268 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250926 | 6x9 | Black and White |
Originally published at
$24.95
now only $8.95 |
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Canadair CF-5 Freedom Fighter
Anthony L. Stachiw , Anderw Tattersall |Vanwell
The CF-5 ably filled the requirement for a tactical fighter in support
of Mobile Command, and as an advanced fighter trainer. It supported the
army, NATO operations, CF-18 Hornet training, and performed at air shows
across Canada. This book profiles the design, operational history,
variants and armament of the CF-5, with full color views suitable for
modellers.
ISBN-13: 9781551250731 | Paperback | 110 pp
ISBN-10: 155125073X | 7x10 | Color | Quantity
0riginal price $29.95
now only $9.95 |
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Boeing CC137 (707-347C)
Anthony L. Stachiw , Andrew Tattersall |Vanwell
From its introduction in 1970 to its retirement in 1997, the Boeing
CC137 showed the Canadian flag worldwide, operating as cargo carriers,
passenger transport, as yeoman service for the military, and other
duties. This book profiles the design, operational history, and variants
of the CC137, including its AWAC's configuration, with full color views,
diagrams and pictures suitable for modellers.
ISBN-13: 9781551250793 | Paperback | 94 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250799 | 7x10 | Color | Quantity
original price $29.95
now only $9.95 |
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Canadian Warship Names
David J. Freeman |Vanwell
Through painstaking research and professional research, Freeman has
compiled in this book over 900 names of Canadian naval vessels,
auxiliaries, shore establishments, plus some Royal Navy ships, from 1910
to the present. Each name includes the origin and meaning, historical
context, each time it was assigned, dates in commission, and more. It
also includes a discussion on how ships are named.
ISBN-13: 9781551250489 | Hardcover | 366 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250489 | 6x9 | Black and White |
originally published at $35.
now only $9.95 |
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The Unknown Navy
by Robert G. Halford
The story of Canada's World War II
merchant navy.
Vanwell Publishig, softcover, 272
pages
now only $7.95
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The
Canadian Naval Chronicle
by Fraser McKee & Robert
Darlington
A complete record of the Royal Canadian Navy in
World War II: every ship lost, every success against enemy warships.
Intended as a reference book for the general reader as well as for naval
buffs, the entries are designed for quick access to the facts and are
presented in an easy-to-read narrative. McKee, Fraser & Robert Darlington272
Vanwell Publishing, 1998,
softcover, 272 pages
ISBN: 551250179978
ISBN 13: 1551250175
now only $9.95 |
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Great
Fleet of Ships
S.C. Heal |Vanwell
In 1939-1945 Canada constructed hundreds of merchant ships, a feat
rivaling that of the United States. However, as this book explains, the
merchant marine was dispersed and all but vanished after 1950. Heal
discusses the rationale, and gives an insightful look at Canada's marine
industry. Includes eye-witness accounts, detailed photographs, and a
Fold-Out Plan.
ISBN-13: 9781551250236 | Hardcover | 312 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250233 | 9x11 | Black and White |
originally published at $45.
now
only.....$9.95 |
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Line
Shoot
Arthur Sager |Vanwell
This is the firsthand account of Art Sager's five years as a fighter
pilot in the Second World War. A dashing, reckless hero, he describes
flying the most famous aircraft of those times, the Spitfire. His diary
is packed with exciting air battles, riotous parties, tragic encounters,
and the loss of friends. Complete with photographs, this exciting read
is part of the Voices of War series.
ISBN-13: 9781551250595 | Paperback | 168 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250594 | 5x8 | Black and White |
originally $12.95
now only $6.95 |
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Bomber Pilot -by
Harlo Jones
A Canadian youth's war - coming of
age in the RCAF Part of the "Voices of War" series
Vanwell Publishing, paperback, 192
pages, 5X8, b&W
originally $12.95
now only $6.95
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A Soldier's Diary
Donald Stuart Macpherson |Vanwell
This diary was Macpherson's hold on sanity. The horrors of war and the
movements of battle are only glimpsed in his memoir of the First World
War. It is instead a portrait of those who went to war from small towns,
farms, and cities across Canada. Its pages evoke a sense of people
united in a noble cause, and shows what Canadians really fought for. An
amazing insight into WWI.
ISBN-13: 9781551250687 | Paperback | 190 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250683 | 5x7 | Black and White |
originally $17.95
now only $4.95 |
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North
Atlantic Run
Marc Milner |Vanwell
North Atlantic Run is a classic, a book found in the libraries of naval
historians everywhere. When it was first published in 1985 it
represented an awakening interest in the role of Canada's navy in the
Battle of the Atlantic. With assessments and conclusions still upheld
today, North Atlantic Run is available once again, to show a portrait of
the RCN and its' involvement in WWII.
ISBN-13: 9781551251080 | Paperback | 298 pp
ISBN-10: 1551251086 | 6x9 | Black and White |
originally published at
$17.95
now only $7.95 |
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Canadian Warships Since 1956
Roger G. Steed |Vanwell
A pictorial record of navy ships in service after the Second World War,
which includes many of Steed's own photographs and his commentary on
each ship, with technical details and operational information. There are
also several narratives describing day-to-day what it was like on these
ships, and what it is like today. A complete fleet list is also
included.
ISBN-13: 9781551250250 | Paperback | 90 pp
ISBN-10: 155125025X | 11x9 | Black and White |
original price $19.95
now only $9.95 |
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Handley Page Halifax
Anthony L. Stachiw , Andrew Tattersall |Vanwell
The Handley Page Halifax was one of the three heavy bombers employed by
the Royal Air Force Bomber Command in its aerial offensive against the
Axis in the Second World War. This book documents the development of the
Halifax, its service, its operations, and each version of the aircraft,
all with representative photograph and color profiles.
ISBN-13: 9781551250854 | Paperback | 128 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250853 | 7x10 | Color |
original price: $29.95
now only $9.95 |
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Snow
Plough and the Jupiter Deception
Kenneth H. Joyce |Vanwell
The story of the 1st Special Service Force and the 1st Canadian Special
Service Battalion, 1942-1945. Here is the truth behind the origins of
the force and who really controlled it, with proof from government
documents only recently available to historians. This well-researched
and eye-opening account brings forth a hidden story, and also includes a
wealth of photographs and official documents.
ISBN-13: 9781551250946 | Hardcover | 315 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250942 | 6x9 | Black and White |
original price: $49.95
now only $7.95 |
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First
in the Field
Jeffery Williams |Vanwell
A biography of Hamilton Gault, a legend in his own lifetime and the man
who epitomizes the unbreakable bonds which link Britain and Canada.
Gault fought in the Boer War, and raised and fought with legendary
Patricias of WWI, a regiment that is still a distinguished part of
Canada's permanent army. Williams' tribute to this remarkable man is
balanced, absorbing and long overdue. Includes photos.
ISBN-13: 9781550680553 | Hardcover | 278 pp
ISBN-10: 1550680552 | 6x10 | Black and White |
original price: $29.95
now only $8.95 |
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Hudson's Bay Company's Beaver
John McKay |Vanwell
This is a portrait of the Hudson's Bay Company's 1835 steam ship,
Beaver. Together with a history of her design, construction and of her
long working life, it includes a complete set of line drawings and
isometric views of the ship. This little ship is masterfully brought
into being here for ship enthusiasts, historians, and model makers.
ISBN-13: 9781551250663 | Hardcover | 192 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250667 | 10x10 | Black and White
original price: $75.
now only $12.95 |
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Canadian Squadrons in Coastal Command
Andrew Hendrie |Vanwell
This comprehensive study covers every success achieved by Canadian
squadrons listed in Coastal Command's records for World War II --
including attacks on U-Boats and enemy controlled vessels. Each
operation is reported in meticulous detail, from the time of departure,
current weather, hours flown and crew involved, to a description of the
action itself. A historian's dream.
ISBN-13: 9781551250380 | Hardcover | 208 pp
ISBN-10: 1551250381 | 7x10 | Black and White |
original price: $35.
now only $9.95 |
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MORE BOOKS NEW IN THE
LAST YEAR.....
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HARVARD! the North American Trainers in Canada
We just bought the last
copies available of this
book. It is sold out at the publisher. It is
the ultimate book on the Canadian Harvard and will
only get rarer.
by David C.
Fletcher & Doug McPhail
The first
comprehensive book on the North American Harvard and its varients in
Canada....the only country to produce, import and export large numbers
of the type.50,000 words, carefully researched, authoritive and
readable...sure to please any Harvard buff.
1410....$50.
(CDN)
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CANADIAN
AIRCRAFT of WWII by Carl Vincent
Illustrated by Terry Higgins
This brand new publication is a
complete lavishly illustrated guide to the wide variety of types used by the
RCAF
$29.95 |
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DRAGONS ON BIRD
WINGS - by Vlad Antipov & Igor Utkin
The combat history of the 812th Soviet Fighter Air
Regiment
$39.95 |
TWO NEW Aviation books
from CANAV by Canada's foremost aviation writer - Larry Milberry...
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AVIATION IN
CANADA - the Pioneer decades - by Larry Milberry
The first general interest book
devoted solely to Canada's beginnings in flight from a balloon ascent in
1840, through Douglas McCurdy and the "Silver Dart". This book takes us up
to and including Canada's great contribution to WWI.
hardcover, 176 pages.....$50. |
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AVIATION IN
CANADA - the Formative Years - by Larry Milberry
This book continues the saga of
Canada's flying heritage begun in "Aviation In Canada - the pioneer
decades". This book covers the inter-war years, from barnstormers to bush
piloting, as well as Canada's first Airlines, flying the mail and the
early airports.
hardcover, 224 pages.....$50. |
plus restocks on the following,
also from CANAV and Larry Milberry...
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The
Canadair SABRE
by Larry
Milberry
Covers the
1815 Canadair built Sabres...service in the RCAF, RAF, USAF, the
Luftwaffe, etc...600+ photos, production and accident lists and much
more. "The Aviation literary event of the year.", says AIR
FAN...."Another super book from Larry Milberry...rates a strong
10", from AAHS.
Hardcover...1361....$40.00
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"CANADA'S
AIR FORCE AT WAR AND PEACE"
(volumes
1, 2 and 3)
by Larry
Milberry
The grandest,
most comprehensive RCAF history ever published! Three giant volumes, each
300 pages (9" X 12"), 650,000 words, 2000 photos in the set. Volumes 1 & 2
chronicle the story from world war 1, through the inter war years to the
end of world war 2. Volume three covers the post war years. A must have for
enthusiasts or anyone who ever served!
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Hardcover.....volume 3.....$75. (CDN)
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Hardcover.....volume 2.....$75 (CDN)
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Hardcover.....volume1.....$75. (CDN)
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ARROWS TO THE
MOON- Avro's Engineers and the Space Race
by: Chris Gainor
How the demise of Canada's national dream contributed to one of the greatest
triumphs in American history. Tells for the first time the story of the
Canadian and British engineers from Avro Canada who played key roles in
putting Americans on the Moon and in building today's U.S. space program,
including the space shuttle and the International Space Station. Other
Canadian contributions to Apollo and a chapter on the Canadian space program
are also included.
“Space history at its best . . .” . . . Spaceflight - British Interplanetary
Society$28.95
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COLD WAR TECH
WAR
The Politics of America's Air Defense
by Randall Whitcomb
Cold War Tech War explores the geo-political, technical and economic aspects
of the Avro Canada story. Author Randall Whitcomb reveals for the first time
anywhere several exciting design proposals of the Avro company while putting
the company and its technology into an international context.
Global intelligence angles are explored from pre-WW II through the Cold War
period. Focus is on bi-lateral issues with the Americans, with some
pertinent American statesmen and industrialists receiving special attention
for their roles in issues at the heart of our story. Recently released
official information on the Avro C-102 Jetliner and CF-105 Arrow present
their cancellations in a new light. Over a half-Century of deception by
various governments, intelligence agencies and individuals is documented and
given relevance in view of today's geo-political mileau. As in the author's
first book, Avro's engineering is shown to have been visionary--and still
inspiring in the 21st Century.
$29.95
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The De Havilland
Canada
DHC-1 Chipmunk
The poor man's Spitfire
by Hugh Shields, Rod Brown, Jose
Goncalves, Rod Blievers
A massive authoritative work on
Canada's beloved post war trainer. Lavishly illustrated with countless
documents and stories. The authors are all Chipmunk owners and experts on
the subject. 9X12", hardcover, 440 pages, SBGB Publishing.....$69.95
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A Man
Called Hal
by Ken Arnott
A Canadian wartime biography -
the story of Typhoon pilot Squadron Leader Harold Orville Gooding.
Fascinating historical and technical look at an RCAF
career......1179.....$25. |
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North American's T-6
A Definitive History of the World's Most Famous
Trainer
Hagedorn. This lavishly illustrated book examining one of the world's
favourite World War II aircraft - the North
American T-6 Texan, which served for several decades as an advanced military
trainer for more than 80 nations - includes detailed documentation on every
T-6 variant used by the U.S. Army Air Force or U.S. Navy as well as all
foreign T-6s. 228 pages, 300 B&W and 30 color photographs, 85 illustrations,
9"x 9", hardcover......$32.95
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