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A photographic history of the B-25 medium bomber, with many color photos of D model
The North American B-25 Mitchell isWWIIs most heralded and versatile medium bomber. This Volume 1 (of 2) gives readers a concise illustrated look at the A through D models, and follows the bombers genesis from the formation of the North American Company and its early steps toward the development of the NA-40, the first B-25.
The continued evolution of the Mitchell from the A, B, C, and finally to the iconic D models is described in vintage photos. The production at the parent Inglewood, California, plant and then the Kansas City plant is illustrated, as are the important modification centers.
The last half of the book covers the D model in many color photos of the interior and exterior, from nose to tail and from wingtip to wingtip. The Wright R-2600 radial engine and Hamilton-Standard propeller are detailed, as are their associated systems. The Mitchells markings and insignia changes are featured throughout.[AuthorName]By William Wolf[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]William Wolf was a dentist for 22 years in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, before retiring at the age of 45 to pursue his aviation interests and outdoor pastimes of hiking, mountain climbing, road and mountain biking, and sea kayaking.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]220 color and b/w photos[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]The A through D Models in World War II[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]220 color and b/w photos[/ColorPattern]