Download or read book The USAAF Handbook, 1939-1945 written by Martin W. Bowman and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work deals with the many aspects of the US Army Air Force's organization and equipment in World War II. It includes everything from global strategies to command structures, flight training to combat aircraft, uniforms and equipment to health and welfare, morale, medals and awards, to a who's who of the Army Air Forces. Detailed listings also cover air force strengths and deployments, group and squadron codes, Medal of Honor recipients, and casualties. Illustrated with more than 150 photographs and line drawings, the book should appeal to anyone with an interest in the world's greatest air force and the key part it played in winning World War II.