Payment for this pre-order will be taken when the item becomes available
Free CA delivery on orders $40 or over
You must sign in to add this item to your wishlist. Please sign in or create an account
An illustrated account of the early service of the Lockheed U-2, one of the most important and longest-serving intelligence gathering platforms fielded by the US air force.
The U-2 is one of the most recognizable aircraft of the Cold War; nicknamed the 'Dragon Lady' after the codename given to it by the CIA, this powered glider was designed and operated in great secrecy, providing US authorities with photographic and electronic information from areas of interest across the globe. This illuminating new volume dives deep into the U-2's most critical missions, exploring its role in the Cuban Missile Crisis, nuclear reconnaissance in the Soviet Union, and intelligence missions in China and North Vietnam.
Using previously unpublished research, aviation expert Peter E. Davies examines the operations of one of the landmark aircraft of the 20th century from a fresh and engaging perspective, enhanced by more than 50 photos and 21 newly commissioned profile artworks.
Published | May 21 2024 |
---|---|
Format | Paperback |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 96 |
ISBN | 9781472861689 |
Imprint | Osprey Publishing |
Illustrations | 21 colour artwork plates and maps; more than 50 black & white and colour photographs and illustrations. |
Dimensions | 248 x 184 mm |
Series | Combat Aircraft |
Short code | COM 152 |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
Tell us what titles you would like to see published by Osprey, then vote for your favourites in our monthly book vote!
Your School account is not valid for the Canada site. You have been logged out of your account.
You are on the Canada site. Would you like to go to the United States site?
Error message.