Silver Wings, Pinks and Greens: Uniforms, Wings & Insignia of Usaaf Airmen in World War II (Schiffer Military History)

This new comprehensive look at the evolution of the American flight jacket from World War I to Desert Storm addresses not only the types worn, but focuses primarily on the art and adornment applied to the jackets. The most colorful and creative period for flight jacket art was World War II, and it is this era that comprises a major portion of this book. Additionally, many of the pieces are attributed to the original owner with biographical information, contemporary photographs of the individual, and the aircraft on which he served. Personal combat accounts are also included. Also covered are other military jackets used by flyers. American Flight Jackets, Airmen & Aircraft was compiled over a number of years by Jon Maguire and John Conway. The authors became friends through a mutual passion for aviation history and collecting. This book provides a valuable reference for the historians and collectors alike, and includes over 1000 photographs.

this New Look At The Uniforms And Insignia Of The Usaaf During The World War Ii Years Covers A Broad Range Of Clothing, Collar Insignia, Rank Insignia, Shoulder/sleeve Insignia And Squadron Patches. Additionally, There Is An In-depth Examination Of Wing Qualification Badges. Actual Items Are Presented In Nearly 600 Illustrations In Full Color, And Also As They Appeared In Actual War-era Photos. Actual Uniform Regulations And Illustrations From The 1943 And 1944 Officers Guides Are Also Provided. Silver Wings, Pinks & Greens Will Be A Useful Addition To The Libraries Of Collectors, Historians, Modelers And Veterns Alike. Jon Maguire Is Also The Author Of American Flight Jackets, Airmen & Aircraft: A History Of U.s. Flyers' Jackets From World War I To Desert Storm(with John Conway). Jon Lives In Oklahoma City, Ok.

En oversigt over uniformer, gradstegn, enhedsmærker og uddannelsestegn benyttet ved US Army Air Force under 2. verdenskrig