BEAUFIGHTER VS GERMAN FLAK SHIPS

BEAUFIGHTER VS GERMAN FLAK SHIPS

By Matthew Willis. 

So often referred to as the 'Cinderella Service', Coastal Command's wartime role has always been the least mentioned when compared to both Bomber and Fighter Commands. 

Thankfully, more books have being published in recent years and we now have another by the always excellent, Matthew Willis.

This is book number 151 of Osprey's 'DUEL' series. As always, readers will quickly appreciate the many excellent photographs, artwork and maps.

Matthew looks at the development of both the Beaufighter and its various armaments, as well as looking at its prey, the German flak ship or boat.

Both would duel in a variety of theatres from Norway, and both the North Sea and the Mediterranean. I was also fascinated to learn more about the combat in the Balkans too. Something which has rarely been touched on in other books.

Just as with their previous collaboration on the Swordfish, this book by Matthew and Osprey is a fascinating read and will be another cherished addition to my shelf. Highly recommended. 

The paperback will be published on 26th March by Osprey Publishing and is available to pre-order now with a discount!

I thank Osprey for this review copy.