THE CONSOLIDATED B-25 LIBERATOR: Reuben Fleet, the Factories, and the Product

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A comprehensive history of the B-24 Liberator, its designer Reuben Fleet, and its mass production during World War II. Presents a meticulously researched look, from the drawing board to its emergence as America's preeminent blue-collar bomber. In addition to his personal 25,000-book library and microfilm collection, the author made extensive use of the massive document and photo collections at the NMUSAF, the Pima Aerospace Museum, and Consolidated and Ford Company design and production information. The design evolution of the Liberator and the Davis Wing are highlighted. The different manufacturers are described, contrasted, and pictured in detail. Also describes the various B-24 models and variants along with detailing today's surviving B-24s. Contains 450 mono images.