Grumman J2f Duck: Us Navy, Marine Corps, Army Air Force, and Coast Guard Use in World War II (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780764354489)

The Grumman J2F Duck formed the backbone of America's over water utility squadrons from 1934 until beyond WWII, setting various aviation records during this service. A single-engine amphibious aircraft (also produced by Columbia Aircraft), the Duck saw service with the US Navy, Marine Corps, Army Air Force, and Coast Guard in a variety of roles including, reconnaissance, air-sea rescue, scouting/observation, and more. This volume is profusely illustrated with scarce archival photographs from diverse collections, including previously unpublished images. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.

Author: David Doyle
ISBN-10: 0764354485
ISBN-13: 9780764354489
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Language: English
Published: 02/28/2018
Pages: 112
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.70lbs
Size: 9.10h x 9.30w x 0.70d