{"product_id":"the-airspeed-a-s-51-horsa-a-gliders-legacy-in-world-war-ii-paperback","title":"The Airspeed A.S. 51 Horsa: A Glider's Legacy in World War II - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePaul Fearn\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"The Airspeed A.S. 51 Horsa: A Glider's Legacy in World War II\"\u003c\/b\u003e is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of one of the most pivotal aircraft of World War II. This fully illustrated book, featuring over \u003cb\u003e30 detailed images\u003c\/b\u003e, delves into the development, technical specifications, and historic missions of the Horsa glider, shedding light on its critical role in Allied airborne operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom its inception in the darkest days of the war to its legendary deployments in operations such as \u003cb\u003eD-Day (Operation Overlord)\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eOperation Market Garden\u003c\/b\u003e, the Horsa proved that innovation and bravery could overcome overwhelming odds. The book offers in-depth chapters on the glider's construction, wartime production, and the daring soldiers and pilots who trusted their lives to its silent wings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders will gain a deeper understanding of the Horsa's strategic importance, its unique design features (such as the hinged nose for vehicle transport), and the elite \u003cb\u003eGlider Pilot Regiment\u003c\/b\u003e who executed some of the war's most daring missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Highlights: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully illustrated with \u003cb\u003eover 30 photographs \u003c\/b\u003eof the Horsa in action.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed accounts of key operations, including the famous Pegasus Bridge assault.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechnical breakdown of the Horsa's design and construction, showcasing its innovative use of wood and fabric to conserve wartime resources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsightful \"Further Reading\" section for history enthusiasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an aviation aficionado, a World War II history buff, or simply fascinated by stories of courage and innovation, this book provides a captivating and informative journey into the legacy of the Horsa glider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.16 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 03, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53196964856115,"sku":"9798305779929","price":24.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/J8KfdXBSg59798305779929.webp?v=1775209956","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/en-ca\/products\/the-airspeed-a-s-51-horsa-a-gliders-legacy-in-world-war-ii-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}