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The Hamlyn Concise Guide to British Aircraft of World War II Hardcover – October 1, 2002

by David Mondey (Compiler)
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This colorful and compact volume provides a useful guide to the aircraft manufactured in Britain during WWII, including such fighters as Spitfire, Hurricane, and Tempest; bombers such as Blenheim, Halifax, and Wellington; and a miscellany of other aircraft such as Sunderland, Anson, Tiger Moth, and Austers. Over 100 aircraft are featured, each with an associated text describing the history and development of the type. There are over 400 illustrations, including over 75 color photographs and full color artwork.
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  1. Print length
    239 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Chartwell Books
  4. Publication date
    October 1, 2002
  5. Dimensions
    6.75 x 1 x 9.75 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0785813624
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0785813620
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Chartwell Books (October 1, 2002)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 239 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0785813624
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0785813620
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.58 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.75 x 1 x 9.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 22 ratings

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Phil Mead
5.0 out of 5 stars Not just another pictorial. Best of its kind available
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2014
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This book has words, useful words! Not only are all the regular Aircraft are covered but a lot of minor aircraft types as well as those developed that did not see production runs. I was surprised at the number of what I thought were "between wars" types that entered the early days of the conflict. Useful production and operational histories are provided along with specifications. Three view drawings are supplemented by Profiles and colour photos. My only lament, and it is a small one, is that even though types like the Biistol Bollingbroke and DAP Beaufort/Beaufighter are mentioned British Commonwealth designs such as the CAC Boomerang, Wacket, CA15 and Woomera are not.

I also recommend "The Hamlyn Concise Guide to American Aircraft of World War II" but have not yet seen the Axis volume.
Best since William Green's 10 volume effort.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great value
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2020
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Great value.
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Richard Morrow
5.0 out of 5 stars MONDEY DOES IT AGAIN
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2013
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DAVID MONDEY HAS PRODUCED ONE IN A SERIES OF AIRCRAFT IDENTIFICATION VOLUMES. HE HAS AGAIN CREATED AN OUTSTANDING GUIDE TO BRITISH AIRCRAFT OF WW II. THE TEXT IS EXCELLENT AS ARE THE ILLUSTRATIONS.
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Philip B Wood
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2014
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A great addition to my Air Wars Library.
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matt8386
5.0 out of 5 stars Good things can come in small packages Part 1
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2009
If I had to have only one book to cover all of British WW2 aviation, this would be it. Although small in size (10x6")it manages to cover over 100 aircraft built by the British in WW2. Planes from trainers to massive bombers, prototypes that never flew to famous aircraft such as the Hurricane, Spitfire, Lancaster, Mosquito are all captured here.

Short historys of the planes, data and statistics for each, color illustrations for the majority of them, this book is a great reference. When in print, it was a bargin at $13.00.

A very handy reference tool, I have used this book many times when in search of a quick fact without delving into a more comprehensive study. It can be used by modelers, although the color illustrations are small and can be limited. I definately recommend this book to all aviation fans.
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Pierre Arronax (Herman)
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely detail!
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2006
I am a big fan of airplane especially this one. British aircraft of world war II is the most favourite in design but that also the same with American and Axis.

Good references for my cartoon comic art and yet it's affordable.
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W T. Gibb
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reference book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 6, 2021
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Gives a detailed account of many WW2 British aircraft. Extremely useful to scale modellers.
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franklin
5.0 out of 5 stars thank you
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 16, 2020
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good guide to british ww2 aircraft.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 6, 2019
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Really nice drawings, some different photos and a few different types
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Massimo
5.0 out of 5 stars The Hamlyn Concise Guide to British Aircraft of World War II.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 21, 2019
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Third book of a beautiful series, very well illustrated and complete. Very good book and price.
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mrs va white
5.0 out of 5 stars A great reminder of a lovely day out !
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 21, 2013
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Purchased for my uncle as a reminder of a great day out in a small aircraft ! He saw it at the reception before we took off and was mesmerised ! He loves it and can't put it down !!! Great pressie!
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