Wings of the Black Cross from Eagle Editions turns sweet sixteen with the latest edition, due next month. We look at the book's contents from Mark Proulx with illustrations by James Bentley in our preview.
Preview: New "Wings of the Black Cross #16" from Eagle Editions...
Wings of the Black Cross #16
From Eagle Editions
Researched and written by Mark Proulx
Text in English
36 pages
8 full colour profiles by profile artist James Bentley.
8.5 X 11, laminated cover, glossy paper
Available Dec. 10th, 2024
Price: $25 on the Eagle Editions Website
The latest installment of the acclaimed Wings of the Black Cross series, number sixteen, is once again authored by Mark Proulx and illustrated with colour profiles by James Bentley.
The primary focus of this series continues to be the study of the fighter aircraft of the Jagdwaffe. These aircraft, flown by accomplished fighter pilots, saw broad operational service on all fronts.
It is important to note that the Luftwaffe also operated many other aircraft types during the Second World War. Consequently, transports, bombers, and dive bombers are also examined. Photo coverage is included for:
Hs 123
Bf 109
Bf 110
Fw 190
Ju 87
Me 262
He 177
...Plus a few other assorted aircraft types
The book consists of 64 photos in B&W, each from the original period images. Selected aircraft of interest are then examined in further detail using eight full colour profiles by James Bentley.
The book spans 36 pages, and it is printed on thick, high-quality glossy paper. Most of the photos are selected from the author’s extensive private collection, amassed through years of collecting. Captions accompany each photo, providing a brief analysis. This involves potential colour and markings, information, along with interesting historical details worthy of further discussion. Wherever possible, unpublished photos are used, and most are seen here in print for the first time. A few select contributors have also graciously supplied photos from their private collections.
Additional installments for this series are planned for future releases. In addition, look to future releases of the new companion series, Wings of the Allies.
This book is now available for $25 USD. You can get it directly from the Eagle Editions website...