Henschel Hs 129 PanzerjagerTo perfect this volume, printed at the time by the English publisher Classic publications, the author through much research discovered much new information and photographic material on the development and operational use of the Hs 129 in service in the Luftwaffe and Romanian Air Force. The book includes chapters on World War I and pre-World War II development regarding the concept of the assault fighter, as well as a comprehensive analysis of the development of the aircraft itself and the armaments it carried. The bulk of the book, however devoted to the operational use of the aircraft in North Africa and especially in Russia where, although it was not the perfect close support and anti-tank aircraft, it proved to be the only available vehicle that could be used, effectively, against Soviet formations, so much so that it was still on the line in May 1945. Also included in the book are numerous accounts by the pilots themselves, details on the examples captured by the Allies, and a section on camouflage and markings. The book is enhanced with updated scale drawings by world-renowned illustrator and draughtsman Arthur Bentley, and also contains full-color plates by Janusz Swiatlon. Illustrated with 415 photos, maps, technical drawings, 13 specially commissioned color profiles, appendices.Bound, 21.5 c 30.5 cm. pp. 296 lavishly illustrated with b/w photos and color profiles