These essays cover a wide range of subjects and tell the story of air power's evolution over the past century. The author discusses the golden age of air theory before World War II, examining the ideas of British, American and continental airmen. In the great test of World War II, he covers some of the key roles played by air power in both Europe and the Pacific. Reviewing the Cold War era, Meilinger relates how airmen had to grapple not only with nuclear war planning, but also the requirement to wage limited wars in Korea and Vietnam. After the fall of the Soviet Union airmen once again had to rethink the role of air power, while also waging decisive air campaigns in Iraq and the Balkans. The final essays deal with the opportunities presented by what is now termed aerospace power, as well as some of the challenges of the new millennium.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis LTD
ISBN-13
9780714682662
eBay Product ID (ePID)
90294627
Product Key Features
Author
Phillip S. Meilinger
Publication Name
Airwar: Essays on Its Theory and Practice
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Subject
Government
Publication Year
2003
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
234mm
Item Width
156mm
Item Weight
386g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Phillip S. Meilinger
Series Title
Studies in Air Power
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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