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The Ragged Irregulars of Bassingbourn: The 91st Bombardment Group in World WarII

by Marion Havelaar

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The Ragged Irregulars of Bassingbourn: The 91st Bombardment Group in World War II by Marion H. Havelaar (with William N. Hess), and a foreword by Roger A. Freeman, published by Schiffer Publishing in 1995. A detailed military history of the U.S. Army Air Forces 91st Bombardment Group (Heavy), famous for operating B-17 Flying Fortresses out of RAF Bassingbourn during World War II. Large-format hardcover containing 288 pages with extensive black-and-white and colour archival photographs. Structure & Format: The book features a structural approach similar to a journal or a unit yearbook. It documents missions systematically without injecting excessive narrative colour or heavy editorializing. Visual Value: Reviewers and collectors highly value the book for its heavy inclusion of authentic archival photographs. Many pictures are credited to the group's official unit photographers, making it a staple resource for aviation modelers and researchers. Historical Highlights: Readers find it fascinating for historical tie-ins—such as the base's close proximity to London, a visit by the British King and Queen, and serving as the operating unit for the famous Memphis Belle B-17 bomber. Please see our other Photographic/Civil Defence/ ARP/ WW2 listings. We are happy to combine postage where possible.

  • Publisher: Schieffer Military History
  • Year: 1995
  • Condition: Fine

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