[PDF] One Man Pneumatic Life Raft Kits Of World War Ii eBook

Author : Robert S. McCarter
Publisher : Schiffer Pub Limited
Page : 175 pages
File Size : 28,82 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780764324352

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The story of the raft's history, development, and usage in little raft survival kits during World War II.

Author : C.G. Sweeting
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 349 pages
File Size : 45,68 MB
Release : 2015-03-27
Category : History
ISBN : 1476619468

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Seven decades after World War II, we now know that the margin between Allied victory and defeat was often narrower than many realized. The decisive actions of leaders, generals and war heroes have been well documented, but less well known are the technological developments that made victory possible and laid the groundwork for postwar progress. Based on more than ten years of research, this book describes how American airmen became the best-outfitted aviators of the war, tracing the development of virtually every piece of personal equipment used by United States air forces. Drawing on original sources including formerly classified documents, the author details the myriad types of respirator equipment, parachutes, body armor, pressure suits and other flying and survival gear that were instrumental in making U.S. pilots and air crews effective. Personal anecdotes bring to life the design and testing of combat flight equipment. More than 160 photographs are included, most published here for the first time.

Author : Dustin Clingenpeel
Publisher : Survival & Rescue Equipment of
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 36,54 MB
Release : 2019-10-16
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9781943492619

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Indispensable guide on survival and rescue equipment used by the U.S. AAF and US Navy and Marine Corps during WW II. Covers sea markers, smoke and pyrotechnic signals, mirrors, flashlights, floating lamps, whistles, electronic transmitters, personal aids and kits, protective clothing and survival training. Over 1000 photographs with descriptions.

Author : C.G. Sweeting
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 29,84 MB
Release : 2015-01-20
Category : History
ISBN : 0786493968

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The beginning of World War I saw thousands of army and navy aviators who needed specialized clothing that could not be purchased off-the-shelf. During World War II pilots and crews flew countless missions in extreme conditions, from the Arctic to the South Pacific. Through both wars, providing suitable clothing to personnel aboard many different types of aircraft proved a monumental task. This book documents the development, testing, manufacture, procurement and utilization of flying apparel and accessories worn by American airmen around the world between 1917 and 1945. Among the garments explored are various types of flight suits--including heavy winter shearling suits and electrically heated suits--flight jackets, flotation gear, headgear, handwear and footwear. With appendices that include contemporary brochures detailing the care and maintenance of flight clothing, this study provides a thorough exploration of a rarely examined aspect of military history.

Author : Dustin Clingenpeel
Publisher : Survival & Rescue Equipment of
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 17,92 MB
Release : 2019-10-30
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9781943492602

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A comprehensive guide on maritime survival and rescue equipment used by the U.S. AAF, Navy and Marine Corps in WW II. Covers flotation devices worn by pilots and aircrew members, including life preservers and life rafts and their accessories, as well as airborne lifeboats. Over 1000 photographs, detailed descriptions, plus developmental history.