Peruvian Military Aviation Volume 2

Within the chapters that make this work, the reader will discover how Peruvian military aviation first came to be and evolved into several organizations between the years 1934 and 1950. In the first chapter, the author narrates how the once embryonic force began its consolidation into a mature organization through experiences gathered through its second decade of existence.

The diverse modernization and reorganization processes are narrated in detail so the reader can properly know and understand the facts behind some of the most important decisions taken during the military aviation existence.

The operations during the so-called “1941 conflict” are also narrated as they constitute an important part of the CAP history and decisively marked the future of the military aviation in the post-war years.

Using primary sources, Peruvian Military Aviation Volume 2 provides intricate details on the growth, organization and modernization activities of the air force of this South American country.

Moreover, illustrated by over 200 exclusive photographs, most of which were never published before, half a dozen of maps and 20 colour profiles, this book is providing the first authoritative account of the history of the Peruvian air force history in English language. As such it is an indispensable source of reference for professionals and enthusiasts alike.