Second Hand Luftwaffe Ground Attack Units

Martin Pegg examines the combat history of Luftwaffe ground attack units during the Second World War, covering their aircraft and operations across the Mediterranean, the Balkans, Russia and other European theatres. Published as number 4 in the Aircam/Airwar series, this volume explores the machines, missions and personnel involved in supporting German ground forces.

The account follows changes in aircraft, tactics and unit organisation over the course of the conflict. It includes discussion of the Junkers Ju 87 in the anti-tank role and the operational demands placed on ground attack crews, connecting technical developments with their use in combat.

Black-and-white wartime photographs accompany the text, while colour illustrations provide reference material on unit insignia, markings and equipment. These visual details complement the operational history and will interest aircraft modellers as well as readers studying wartime aviation.

This 48-page paperback offers a focused introduction to Luftwaffe ground attack operations between 1939 and 1945, combining historical narrative with photographic and illustrated reference material.