Bombers / Tim Cooke

Hardback

What is a bomber? -- Bomber mission -- Nuclear deterrent? -- Bomber firepower -- Bunker busters -- Bomber weapons -- Bomber crew -- Bomber tactics -- Bomber history -- Doolittle Raid -- Target Japan -- Vietnam -- Enduring Freedom -- Gallery.

Bombers strike without warning from high above the clouds. Some can fly long distances, carrying huge quantities of bombs. Others use smart missiles to strike targets on the ground. Either way, bombers and their deadly weapons are hard to stop once they are in the air! This book introduces teh world's greatest strike aircraft. Find out about leading bombers from around the world - including their technical specifications. Learn about the history of military strike aircraft - from their first use, through incredible developments in technology, right up to the latest, cleverset machines around today. Ultimate Military Machines delves into the incredible world of fighting machines and takes an upclose look at the latest technology used by the army, navy and air forces today. Each title takes an indepth look at one type of military vehicle - from its first use in warfare up to recent conflicts.