| Snakes in the Eagle's Nest: A History of Ground Attacks on Air Bases Contributor(s): Vick, Alan J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0833016296 ISBN-13: 9780833016294 Publisher: RAND Corporation OUR PRICE: $33.25 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 1995 Annotation: In this book, Alan Vick explores the objectives, tactics, and outcomes of ground attacks to identify the most effective ways of defending air bases. The historical insights he provides will be of interest to readers seeking not only to understand the nature of airfield attacks but why they will continue to be a threat in future conflicts. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Military Science - History | Military - United States - History | Military - Aviation |
| Dewey: 358.417 |
| LCCN: 95003051 |
| Physical Information: 0.43" H x 6.03" W x 9.01" (0.61 lbs) 165 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Presents a historical overview of ground attacks on air bases, detailing three case studies: Britain's Royal Air Force (RAF) on Crete, the German Luftwaffe in North Africa and the USAF in Vietnam. |