Explore the WWII history of the company that later became a part of Boeing and made more aircraft from 1938 to 1944 than any other company in the United States. During World War II; Los Angeles was the ultimate boom town. By the end of the war; the L.A. area had produced 17 percent of all of America's war needs. North American Aviation; Inc. (NAA); operating out of their main Inglewood; California; plant; which is south of and adjacent to the city; was a key player in that work. From 1938 to 1944; NAA built over 40;000 aircraft; more than any other company in the United States. The bulk of them were of three iconic types designed by NAA: - The P-51 Mustang; arguably the best fighter of WWII. - B-25 Mitchell medium bombers; which saw worldwide combat. - Two-seat military pilot trainers; such as the AT-6 Texan. This is a fascinating story of a remarkable time in aviation history; when American businesses helped fund the arsenal of democracy that helped defeat the Axis powers. Warbird Factory tells this story with over 200 photographs; many of which come directly from the NAA/Boeing archives; where they have resided since WWII. This is an essential book for anyone interested in warbirds; aviation; Boeing/NAA; WWII; and/or the history of Southern California!
#2796134 in Books Motorbooks International 2001-06Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 .73 x 7.82 x 10.06l; #File Name: 0760311331160 pages
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. A great referance material for collector's .By William BannisterOne of the best books for anyone collecting World War 2 medals. You will not find any other referance material that is as easy to understand and the photos are quite good.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. inforativeBy richardLiked the layout and discreption of the badges;; Saw a copy here at a bookstore they wanted $100.00 for it.
