Lancaster

(Hardback)

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The star of the famous Dambusters raid, the Avro Lancaster also formed the backbone of the RAFs Bomber Command during the large-scale night bombing campaign against occupied Europe during World War II. Unable to hit back on the ground, with the Lancaster, Britain could take the fight to Germany. This complete illustrated guide to one of Britains most iconic aircraft explores its history, strengths, weaknesses and combat performance in the war that would make it legendary. Featuring stunning artwork and contemporary photographs, this book reveals how the Lancaster became the RAFs most successful heavy bomber of the war, and a symbol of British resistance and air power.