Romanian Black Hussars, Grupul 3 Picaj

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. (JEAN-LOUIS ROBA & CRISTIAN CRACIUNOIU) A detailed historical review of this Romanian Air Force group equipped with Ju 87 Stukas. After an initial introduction to the Romanian Air Force and their aircraft this book focuses on the service history of this group and follows their progress in chronological order from June 1943 through to the end of the war. The book includes fine details of the pilots, aircraft and sorties carried out on a day-by-day basis. Very well illustrated throughout with rare contemporary photographs this is a superb account of one of Germany s allies efforts on the Eastern Front. This book is in English throughout but does contain a 6-page summary in French. Contents: A new weapon for the Romanian Air Force June 1943 July 1943 August 1943 September 1943 October 1943 November 1943 December 1943 January 1944 February 1944 March 1944 April 1944, the retreat The last months Conclusions Appendices Grupul 3 s Airfields Grupul 3 s Crewmen Grupul 3 s Planes Known nicknames of the planes Grupul 3 s personnel and awards Summary in French Documents This 1998 softback publication is in very good overall condition with most wear restricted to the cover pages. These display minimal knocks and wear to the edges in the form of rubbing (see photograph). All pages are present, well secured and free from tears, creases and significant marks. The book runs to 96 pages (29.5cm x 21cm) and is profusely illustrated throughout with contemporary photographs. Published by Editura Modelism Bucharest. ISBN 9739838832