Sky Wars; Military Aerospace Power

In "Sky Wars", expert David Gates examines the history of miltary air power, looking at technical developments between both World Wars and the use of air power in specific wars in the latter part of the twentieth century. At the same time he examines the military and civil applications of air power in the contemporary world, some of which have led to scientific and technical advances of great benefit to humanity. Including the latest information about 'smart' technologies used in the war with Iraq, this title will appeal to students and specialists in the field, as well as to the wide general interest in military history.