Fighter Group

The 352nd “Blue-Nosed Bastards” in World War II

De: Lt. Col. Jay A. Stout

Narrado por: Donald Corren

Jay A. Stout breaks new ground in World War II history with this gripping account of one of the war’s most highly decorated American fighter groups. Stout combines the storytelling gifts and careful research for a seasoned historian with the combat experience of a former fighter pilot to tell the remarkable story of the 352nd Fighter Group. This isn’t just the story of a single fighter group; it’s the story of how the United States won the air war over Europe.

©2012 Jay A. Stout (P)2021 Blackstone Publishing

Well,researched and well told.

Not only tells the story of one fighter group. but really tells the story of the air war in Western Europe the last year and a half of the war.

Treasure trove of info from big dramatic happenings to the day to day mundane.

Ok story

While not top in the category of WW2 air war books, it does have some good features. In particular, the author delves into the many daily nitnoid activities that warfighters experience beyond dog fights ( for example, the hazards of using urination tubes, yikes). Great narration.

Outstanding

I rarely review books however, this book deserves notice. The narration was beautifully
presented. The author’s research was obvious.
An outstanding historical recounting of fighter pilots of WW2. Highly recommend.

Detailed, Complete and Highly Readable

This is as thorough an account of a fighter group's actions during World War II as I have ever encountered. Despite the remarkable detail and insight, it is very "readable" (well-narrated).

An all-inclusive package, it covers everything from personalities (from all sides), strategies, tactics and descriptions of aircraft and equipment. And it doesn't concentrate on just the pilots, but includes accounts from maintenance and support personnel as well. The author, a former fighter pilot, raises questions that others don't think to ask, and does a superb job answering them.

The book also includes many stories and anecdotes that make the men more real and believable.

The narrator's style is smooth and clear, with a well-balanced cadence.

Great "read!"

Stories of air war never before available

Lt. Stout takes us through the air wars of WW2. He does this by focusing on the achievements and individuals of the 352 fighter group. It’s a balanced look, neither rosy or gloomy. It is packed with information and understanding of life as a war pilot. There were times when I wanted to know more, but that would have made the book unwieldy. I learned far more than I expected.