Bomber Units of the Luftwaffe Hard Back Book

Bomber Units of the Luftwaffe 1933-1945. Reference Source Volume 1: Units, Formation and Redesignations, Commanders, Key Operations, Codes and Emblems. De Zeng, Stankey and Creek. During the interwar years, some believed that bombers could decisively expand the battlefield to the home front. The German Blitzkrieg relied heavily on the Luftwaffes bomber force in attack; however, once forced into retreat, the tactics changed from offensive to defensive actions. Highly detailed material on the organization of Luftwaffe bomber units covering some 20 bomber Geschwader and their component Staff flights and Gruppen. Also addresses formations, designations, and reorganizations with locations, bases and transfers. Includes a comprehensive breakdown of theaters of operations, key battles and aircraft types that were flown by each unit. Illustrated with 400 color and b/w photos. 208 pages.