Black Tuesday Over Namsi
Grāmatas informācija
| Autors | Earl J. McGill |
|---|---|
| Izdevējs | Helion & Company |
| Izdošanas gads | 2013 gads |
| Valoda | Angļu |
| Lappuses | 224 lapas |
| Formāts | Mīkstajos vākos |
| ISBN | 9781909384385 |
Par grāmatu
Discover the gripping account of aerial warfare in Earl J. McGill's "Black Tuesday Over Namsi," published in 2013. This compelling narrative dives into a pivotal moment during the Korean War, detailing the harrowing bombing mission launched by nine B-29s from the 307th Bombardment Wing. As they set off from Kadena Air Force Base in Okinawa, their target was Namsi, a crucial North Korean airfield. What followed was a fierce air battle that would redefine the strategies of aerial bombardment. Tragically, six of the nine bombers were lost, marking the highest percentage of U.S. bombers ever lost on a major mission. With 224 pages of intense storytelling, McGill provides an in-depth look at the challenges faced by air force personnel and the impact of their missions. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in military history and the complexities of aerial operations during the Korean War.
