Isbn: 9781906502515 - a most secret squadron: the first full story if 618 squadron and its special detachment anti-u-boat mosquitos (30 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Des Curtis was one of the founder members of 618 Squadron. Formed within days of the illustrious 617, 618s primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. The operation, codenamed Operation Servant, was given top security classification, to the point where the subject was excluded from the minutes of the meetings of the Chiefs of Staff of the air and naval forces. The author reveals the dilemmas and conflicting priorities existing to the highest levels, setting out in detail the technicalities of developing the bouncing bomb. He also writes first hand about the tactical problems of getting to and from the target; and the tensions and strains endured by the Mosquito crews themselves, as they took the war to the German U-Boats within the sight and safety of their bases. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condizione: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. Very Good. Lightly used, may have light reading wear and/or publisher's or previous owner's markings, but NO markings in text. Pasadena's finest new and used bookstore since 1992.

Condizione: Good. VG condition book with dust jacket. DJ is clean, has fresh colours and has little wear to edges. Book has clean and bright contents.

Hardback. Condizione: New. Des Curtis was one of the founder members of 618 Squadron. Formed within days of the illustrious 617, 618s primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. The operation, codenamed Operation Servant, was given top security classification, to the point where the subject was excluded from the minutes of the meetings of the Chiefs of Staff of the air and naval forces. The author reveals the dilemmas and conflicting priorities existing to the highest levels, setting out in detail the technicalities of developing the bouncing bomb. He also writes first hand about the tactical problems of getting to and from the target; and the tensions and strains endured by the Mosquito crews themselves, as they took the war to the German U-Boats within the sight and safety of their bases. …

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condizione: new.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. Des Curtis was one of the founder members of 618 Squadron. Formed within days of the illustrious 617, 618's primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. The operation, codenamed Operation Servant, was given top security classification, to the point where the subject was excluded from the minutes of the meetings of the Chiefs of Staff of the air and naval forces. The author reveals the dilemmas and conflicting priorities existing to the highest levels, setting out in detail the technicalities of developing the 'bouncing bomb'. He also writes first hand about the tactical problems of getting to and from the target; and the tensions and strains endured by the Mosquito crews themselves, as they took the war to the German U-Boats within the sight and safety of their bases. Des Curtis was one of the founder members of 618 Squadron. Formed within days of the illustrious 617, 618s primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Reprint. Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, slightly dust-dulled and edge-bumped dust wrapper. Remains well-preserved overall. Not price-clipped. Physical description; 207pp. Subjects; World War, 1939-1945 Aerial operations. Service Aviation. Curtis, D. 1 Kg.

Condizione: New. pp. 308.

Reprint. Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, slightly dust-dulled and edge-bumped dust wrapper. Remains well-preserved overall. Not price-clipped. Physical description; 207pp. Subjects; World War, 1939-1945 Aerial operations. Service Aviation. Curtis, D. 1 Kg.

Hardcover. Condizione: New.

Hardcover. Condizione: Brand New. 207 pages. 10.00x6.75x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Condizione: New. pp. 308.

Hardback. Condizione: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Condizione: New. pp. 308.

Condizione: New. 2009. Reprint. Hardcover. Formed within days of the illustrious 617 Squadron, 618's primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. This title sets out the technicalities of developing the 'bouncing bomb'. Num Pages: 208 pages, photos throughout. BIC Classification: 3JJH; HBLW; HBWQ; JWF; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 242 x 167 x 24. Weight in Grams: 512. . . . . .…

Hardcover. Condizione: New.

Condizione: New. 2009. Reprint. Hardcover. Formed within days of the illustrious 617 Squadron, 618's primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. This title sets out the technicalities of developing the 'bouncing bomb'. Num Pages: 208 pages, photos throughout. BIC Classification: 3JJH; HBLW; HBWQ; JWF; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 242 x 167 x 24. Weight in Grams: 512. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. Black boards with silver titles to the spine. Clean pages. Firm binding. Dust jacket is not price clipped. Signed by the author to the title page. Professional seller. All pictures are of the actual book that is for sale. Books are dispatched in cardboard packaging and dust jackets are placed in removable protective covers. Signed by Author(s).…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Des Curtis was one of the founder members of 618 Squadron. Formed within days of the illustrious 617, 618's primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. The operation, code named Operation Servant, was given top security classification, to the point where the subject was excluded from the minutes of the meetings of the Chiefs of Staff of the air and naval forces. The author reveals the dilemmas and conflicting priorities existing to the highest levels, setting out in detail the technicalities of developing the 'bouncing bomb'. He also writes first hand about the tactical problems of getting to and from the target; and the tensions and strains endured by the Mosquito crews themselves, as they took the war to the German U-Boats within the sight and safety of their bases.…

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. Des Curtis was one of the founder members of 618 Squadron. Formed within days of the illustrious 617, 618's primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. The operation, codenamed Operation Servant, was given top security classification, to the point where the subject was excluded from the minutes of the meetings of the Chiefs of Staff of the air and naval forces. The author reveals the dilemmas and conflicting priorities existing to the highest levels, setting out in detail the technicalities of developing the 'bouncing bomb'. He also writes first hand about the tactical problems of getting to and from the target; and the tensions and strains endured by the Mosquito crews themselves, as they took the war to the German U-Boats within the sight and safety of their bases. Des Curtis was one of the founder members of 618 Squadron. Formed within days of the illustrious 617, 618s primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. Des Curtis was one of the founder members of 618 Squadron. Formed within days of the illustrious 617, 618's primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. The operation, codenamed Operation Servant, was given top security classification, to the point where the subject was excluded from the minutes of the meetings of the Chiefs of Staff of the air and naval forces. The author reveals the dilemmas and conflicting priorities existing to the highest levels, setting out in detail the technicalities of developing the 'bouncing bomb'. He also writes first hand about the tactical problems of getting to and from the target; and the tensions and strains endured by the Mosquito crews themselves, as they took the war to the German U-Boats within the sight and safety of their bases. Des Curtis was one of the founder members of 618 Squadron. Formed within days of the illustrious 617, 618s primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Condizione: New. Des Curtis was one of the founder members of 618 Squadron. Formed within days of the illustrious 617, 618 s primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. A very good quality signed hardcover copy in a very good dustcover. The signatures are from the author and also A. H. 'Hilly' Hilliard. There's a light indentation on the front of the dustcover which transfers to the book cover and also some light shelfwear to the dustcover. The spine is straight, the pages are clean (except for some light top page end spotting) and the binding is very tight. Please see photos. Signed by Author(s).…

Hardback. Condizione: New. Des Curtis was one of the founder members of 618 Squadron. Formed within days of the illustrious 617, 618s primary objective was to mount a daylight low-level attack by Mosquitos on the German battleship Tirpitz within hours of the attack on the Ruhr dams. The operation, codenamed Operation Servant, was given top security classification, to the point where the subject was excluded from the minutes of the meetings of the Chiefs of Staff of the air and naval forces. The author reveals the dilemmas and conflicting priorities existing to the highest levels, setting out in detail the technicalities of developing the bouncing bomb. He also writes first hand about the tactical problems of getting to and from the target; and the tensions and strains endured by the Mosquito crews themselves, as they took the war to the German U-Boats within the sight and safety of their bases. …