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Beschreibung
Explore the peak of US Air Power in Europe during the Cold War's tensest decade. Delve into the operations of the United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) during the 1980s, a period marked by heightened East-West tensions and significant budgetary increases. Discover how USAFE expanded and integrated advanced aircraft like Eagles, Fighting Falcons, and Warthogs, developed to counter Soviet advancements and shaped by Vietnam War experiences.

Examine the introduction of Ground Launched Cruise Missiles and the crucial support roles of tankers, transports, and spy planes deployed from the United States. This book offers a detailed look at the strategies, technologies, and daily challenges faced by USAFE personnel on the Cold War front lines, providing insights into a pivotal era of military history. Perfect for military history enthusiasts and aviation aficionados.

Explore the peak of US Air Power in Europe during the Cold War's tensest decade. Delve into the operations of the United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) during the 1980s, a period marked by heightened East-West tensions and significant budgetary increases. Discover how USAFE expanded and integrated advanced aircraft like Eagles, Fighting Falcons, and Warthogs, developed to counter Soviet advancements and shaped by Vietnam War experiences.

Examine the introduction of Ground Launched Cruise Missiles and the crucial support roles of tankers, transports, and spy planes deployed from the United States. This book offers a detailed look at the strategies, technologies, and daily challenges faced by USAFE personnel on the Cold War front lines, providing insights into a pivotal era of military history. Perfect for military history enthusiasts and aviation aficionados.

Über den Autor
Adrian Symonds has been fascinated by military history, especially military aviation, since childhood. He has extensively studied the histories of the world's air forces.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2020
Genre: Geschichte, Importe
Jahrhundert: 20. Jahrhundert
Rubrik: Geisteswissenschaften
Medium: Taschenbuch
Inhalt: Kartoniert / Broschiert
ISBN-13: 9781445698540
ISBN-10: 1445698544
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Symonds, Adrian
Hersteller: Amberley Publishing
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 165 x 233 x 9 mm
Von/Mit: Adrian Symonds
Erscheinungsdatum: 15.10.2020
Gewicht: 0,288 kg
Artikel-ID: 118036280