Europe Air War

U.S. Airborne Tanks

1939-1945 Roberts, Jr. Tanks are heavy, cumbersome vehicles, and before there could be any thought of carrying them by air, much lighter models had to be produced. This title opens with an investigation into the e orts in the 1930s by Britain, the Soviet Union, and the USA into the development of light tanks for airborne operations. It was the start of the Second World War which accelerated e orts to produce an airborne tank and the means of delivery. 208 pages, 100 B&W photos, 6"x 9¼", hardcover. #111998 $29.95 Anthony Saunders. During a bomb run over Bremen, Germany, on December 20, 1943, “Ye Olde Pub”– a B-17 Flying Fortress with the 527th Bomb Squadron – su ered severe damage from enemy flak. As pilot Charlie Brown steered for home, he spotted a Bf109 fast approaching; however, luckily for Brown LIMITED EDITION and his crew, the Luftwa e fighter pilot, Franz Stigler, mercifully spared them, instead escorting the bomber across the North Sea to safety. This limited edition print captures the nearly destroyed aircraft alongside its unlikely savior. Signed by the artist. 26½"x alongside its unlikely savior. Signed by the artist. 26½"x19¼". #706485 $109.9519¼".

B-25J Mitchell Kit

The B-25 was one of the most widely used twin-engine bombers employed during the war. This 1/48 scale plastic kit includes machine guns in the glass nose, weighted tires, pilot figures, and decals for two aircraft from the 345th Bomb Group – the “Air Apaches.” Assembly required. 16¾" wingspan; 138 pieces, skill level 2. #9112 quired. 16¾" wingspan; 138 pieces, skill level 2. $34.95

P-47D Thunderbolt Model P-47D Thunderbolt Model

This 1/72 scale plastic model replicates “Rat Hunter,” a P-47D with 332nd FG, 100th FS Tuskegee Airmen “Red Tails.” It features realistic panel lines and It features realistic panel lines and surface details, a rotating propeller, surface details, a rotating propeller, ordnance loads, and authentic markings. 6¾" wingspan. #707088 Reg: $29.95 $23.95ordnance loads, and authentic markings.

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B-17 Flying Fortress Metal Sign

Cut in the shape of a B-17 bomber, of a B-17 bomber, this heavy-gauge steel sign this heavy-gauge steel sign includes mounting holes. 18"x 9". includes mounting holes. 18"x 9".

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Fighting in the Sky

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The Story In Art Fairley. Barely a decade passed from the Wright Brothers’ first powered flight to aircraft becoming lethal instruments of war. Feeding on the demand for works depicting this new dimension of warfighting, a new genre of art was born which has remained popular ever since. This title brings together a dazzling collection of 60 artistic renditions covering over 100 years of aerial warfare, enhanced by lively and informative text. 160 pages, 11"x 8½", hardcover. #707120 Reg: $42.95 $34.95 A

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These 1/30 scale metal figures and polystone models replicate RAF and USAAF troops and equipment, including “Ace of Aces,” Don Gentile. Made with exquisite era-appropriate G detail, they are hand-painted for life-like appearance. Standing figures: 2½" tall. A: RAF Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding #112058 $49 B: RAF Standing Flight Sergeant #112059 $49 G: Capt. Don Gentile’s P-51B Mustang “Shangri La” – Includes C: RAF Saluting Policeman #112060 $49 standing Capt. Gentile D: 2-Piece Set RAF Playing Checkers – 2" tall. #112061 $109 E: RAF Dispersal Caravan – 6½" long. #112062 $179 figure. 12½" long. #112064 $359 F: Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I/II – Includes seated pilot figure. 12" long. #112063 $279

Allied Aircraft Models

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These 1/48 scale, 1/48 scale, Hobby Hobby Master, Master, die cast die cast models replicate World models replicate World B War II Allied airWar II Allied aircraft flown by decorated craft flown by decorated aces. They feature authentic aces. They feature authentic markings, opening canopies revealing a detailed cockpit, optional-position landing gear, rotating propellers, and a display stand. A: NEW! Spitfire Mk.I – RAF No.234 Sqn., Robert Doe, RAF Middle Wallop, England, Battle of Britain, 1940. 9¼" wingspan. #981305 $92.95 B: P-51K Mustang – USAAF 357th FG, 362nd FS, “Nooky Booky IV,” Leonard “Kit” Carson, 1945. 9¼" wingspan. #981192 $94.95

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