These are all wonderful aviation books no doubt, and have set the standard by which Group histories can be judged..
In fact I acquired the “Sunsetters Of The Southwest Pacific Area” some years ago from a veteran and contributor to the book, he was such a kind and helpful man. He also sent me a...
I’ve loved the Phantom ever since the early 60’s when I read in a newspaper where a new US fighter had broken a world climb record..
It seems the pilot pulled too hard on the stick taking off, and by the time he had levelled off the record was smashed….
I loved it even more when I saw this model...
Yes, I’m afraid my modelling days are long over, (started in the late 50’s)
Luckily I can buy them ready made now!
The Phantom is a Corgi, 1/72 diecast….
I do indeed have a passing interest in the Stalingrad siege. But I’m afraid any knowledge I would have is of a secondary nature, book related, and not comprehensive in any way.
I will have a look though on the off chance....
If there is one man who will know it has to be the acknowledged expert...