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The Corsair 1940-1970
The Corsair 1940-1970
Author: Bruno Pautigny
Condition: New
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The Corsair 1940–1970 is a complete illustrated history of the Vought F4U Corsair, charting its development from 1940 through its decisive role in World War II, continued frontline service in the Korean War, and postwar uses up to 1970. Blending technical narrative with operational accounts, the book examines carrier and Marine Corps employment, major variants and modifications, performance and development issues, and the aircraft’s enduring legacy as one of the most successful single‑engine fighters of the mid‑20th century.
Generously illustrated by Bruno Pautigny—an expert aircraft illustrator and key contributor to the magazine Wingmasters—the volume serves as both a visual monograph and a practical reference: detailed artwork, aircraft profiles, color schemes and explanatory captions accompany the text, making it indispensable for aviation enthusiasts, scale modelers and military historians. ISBN13: 9782913903289.
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Keywords, content and topics in this Book
Keywords, content and topics in this Book
Core Subject
Vought F4U Corsair
World War II fighter aircraft
Korean War fighter aircraft
Single‑engine carrier fighter
US Navy and Marine Corps aviation
Aircraft development history
Aircraft variants and versions
Aircraft camouflage and markings
Aircraft modeling reference
Aircraft profiles and color schemes
Aviation art and illustration
Chronological Coverage
1940–1970 service history
Second World War era
Korean War era
Postwar / Cold War use of Corsair
Theaters, Nations, and Users
United States Navy
United States Marine Corps
Type and Purpose of Book
Technical and visual reference
Illustrated aircraft history
Aircraft color & marking guide
Reference for scale modelers
Military aviation history
Content Features
Accompanying explanatory text and captions
Weapons / Vehicles Covered
Vought F4U Corsair (all major variants)
World War II carrier‑borne fighter aircraft
Piston‑engine, propeller‑driven fighters
Racing‑modified Corsair aircraft
Audience and Use
Aviation enthusiasts
Scale aircraft modelers
Military aviation historians
Collectors of illustrated aircraft monographs
Bibliographic / Classification Tags
World War II – Air warfare
Korean War – Air warfare
Military aircraft – Monographs
Naval aviation history
US military aircraft – Second World War
F4U Corsair – History and development
Casemate Publishers – Military history
Bruno Pautigny – aviation illustrator
Book Condition: New
Book Condition: New
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New: Fresh Out of Bootcamp
Flawless and untested. This book is in pristine, new condition and ready for its first assignment.
Like New: Light Combat Experience
Almost new and in great shape. It has clearly been read before and is ready to fight again, but it shows very little wear from its time in the field.
Good: A Few Scars or Shell Shock
A reliable veteran. The book might have some bent corners or a dust cover with a few scratches, but it’s still sturdy and standing tall.
Fair: Battle-Hardened
Visible signs of a long campaign. Expect some stains, bent pages, and perhaps some minor tears on the cover. It’s seen the trenches, but the intel inside is still solid.
Poor: Survived Iwo Jima
This one has been through the meat grinder. It carries noticeable damage, heavy staining, or significant wear—but like any old soldier, it would love to be read one last time before it retires.
