Russian Aviation and Air Power in the Twentieth Century

Download or read book Russian Aviation and Air Power in the Twentieth Century written by Robin Higham and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 1998 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the light of new archival material the editors take a fresh look at Russian aviation in the twentieth century. Presenting a comprehensive view of Russian aviation, from its genesis in the late czarist period to the present era, the approach is essentially chronological with a major emphasis on the evolution of military aviation. The contributions are diverse, with appropriate attention to civilian and institutional themes.