WWII
Battle of Midway / Pacific Battle of Midway
Wade McClusky and the Battle of Midway
Rigby. An hour and a half away from their carrier, the USS Enterprise, two dive bomber squadrons saw nothing but ocean where the Japanese fleet should have been, and they were running out of fuel. Following his intuition that defied ordinary situational expectations, air group commander Wade McClusky led his squads to search north, not south, knowing that if he was wrong, it could mean all of their lives. Relive the high-stakes airborne excitement with this never before told account of the most important decision in the Battle of Midway! 384 pages, 6¼"x 9¼", softcover. #111116 $24.95
Midway – Collector’s Edition
Recreating the drama of the Battle of Midway, this 1976 classic mixes actual World War II combat footage, amazing re-creations and an all-star cast that includes Charlton Heston, Henry Fonda, Robert Mitchum, Hal Holbrook, James Coburn and Cliff Robertson! This Collector's Edition DVD even includes a "making of" featurette, additional footage shot for the TV premier, and more. Widescreen, 2 hrs. 12 min. #V9318 $14.95
TBD-1 Devastator Models
TBF/TBM Avenger
Grumman’s First Torpedo Bomber in WWII
Doyle. The TBF Avenger was considered one of the most outstanding torpedo bombers in the U.S. fleet during World War II. It made a combat debut at the Battle of Midway and continued to serve well after the war. This illustrated title explores the history of this aircraft. 112 pages, 175 color and B&W photos, 9"x 9", hardcover. #706289 $19.95
TBF-1C Avenger Kit
This 1/48 scale kit features a detailed engine, folding wings and optional flaps, realistic panel lines and rivets, several ordnance options, clear canopy, detailed cockpit, and authentic decals and paint schemes for 3 versions. Assembly required, skill level 3, 13¾" wingspan. #707299 $49.95
TBF-1C Avenger Model
Limited Quantities!
Featuring markings from the U.S. Navy’s VT-8, these 1/72 1/72 SCALE scale, SkyMax, die cast models replicate TBD-1 Devastators LIMITED EDITION flying off the USS Hornet during the Battle of Midway in June 1942. Each features an intricate cockpit B A and rear gunner station, a removable canopy, realistic surface details, A: Cdr. John C. Waldron optional-position landing gear, and a display (T-16) #981204 stand. 8½" wingspan. $84.95 each B: Ens. William Evans
(T-3)
#981205
World War II 75th Anniversary
Battle of Midway $2 Bill
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII, this $2 bill is genuine legal U.S. tender and depicts scenes from the Battle of Midway. Beautifully colorized, it includes a certificate of authenticity and a blue display folio.
#110287
16.95
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LIMITED EDITION
In 1944, the USS Essex joined other carriers to execute strikes on the Marcus and Wake Islands, later being joined by Torpedo Squadron 15 in the Battle of Leyte Gulf. This 1/72 scale, die cast replica from Hobby Master recreates a TBF-1C flown by VT-15 during the conflict, and features realistic surface details, detachable ordnance loads, an opening canopy, intricate cockpit, optionalposition landing gear, and a display stand. 9" wingspan. #704870 $89.95
TBF/TBM Avenger Balsa Kit
This 1/16 scale kit of the famed torpedo bomber 41" Wingspan! features high quality, laser-cut balsa wood; vacuum molded parts, including the canopy, turret, and engine cylinders; intricate landing gear; and lightweight covering tissue. Suitable for display or rubber- or electricpowered flight, it has a 41" wingspan. Assembly required. #86856 $89.95
SBD-5/A-24B Dauntless Kit
The Douglas SBD Dauntless dive bomber was the backbone of the U.S. Navy’s air fleet in the Pacific, with the lowest loss ratio of any U.S. carrier-based aircraft. This 1/32 scale plastic kit replicates an SBD-5/A-24B variant, featuring markings from the VB-16 squadron. It includes a detailed cockpit, an accurate propeller, authentic wheels, and instructions. Assembly required. 250 pieces. Skill level 4. 15½" wingspan. #706009 $139.95
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