Book Preview: USAAF Aircraft Weapons Of WWII

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posted on February 14, 2022
USAAF Aircraft Weapons Of WWII book

Spanning 160 pages with more than 300 images, Tom Laemlein’s USAAF Aircraft Weapons Of WWII is one of the richest collections of original period photos published to date, giving readers a unique window into a crucial element of World War II.

A brief introduction provides context, but the majority of the book offers large, high-resolution photographs with detailed captions. The photos are separated in Pursuit, Attack and Bomber sections, and several other sections show maintenance crews at work, as well as dropped and launched ordnance.

Retail pricing for Tom Laemlein's latest book is $26. For more information, please contact Canfora Graphic Design & Publishing at canfora.se.

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