CURTISS KITTYHAWKS IN THE SOVIET FAR NORTH 1941-45, VOLUME 1: Origins and Early Combat Operations, 1942-May 1944

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Explores the deployment of the P-40 Kittyhawk fighters in the Soviet Arctic under the Lend-Lease program. Provides a detailed account of their introduction into Soviet service, the logistical challenges of operating in harsh northern conditions, and their early combat missions against Axis forces. Drawing on operational reports, firsthand accounts, and meticulous research, this volume spans the critical years of 1942 to May 1944, highlighting the strategic and tactical contributions of the Kittyhawk. From intercepting enemy aircraft to supporting ground forces, these fighters played a pivotal role in the northern front of World War II. Contains 35 black and white photos, 6 color profiles, and 20 color maps.