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Incredible true story of friendship and heroism.
Details U.S. Navy's famous aviation duo's journey.
Captures the spirit of the Korean War.
Written by bestselling author Adam Makos.
A gripping tale of courage and sacrifice.
Highlights racial barriers and personal struggles.
Now a major motion picture adaptation.
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Price Range: $11.19
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Explores elite US Air Force Pararescue missions.
Real stories of courage and sacrifice in rescue operations.
Detailed accounts of life-threatening rescue scenarios.
Adventures across diverse, exotic landscapes.
Firsthand perspectives from dedicated pararescuemen.
Highlights the brotherhood and loyalty within the unit.
Emphasizes the motto: "That Others May Live."
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Price Range: $2.99
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Explores Aderholt's covert operations during the Cold War.
Details the First Air Commando Wing's achievements.
Integrates CIA accounts of pivotal historical events.
Highlights Aderholt's unconventional military strategies and leadership.
Reveals conflicts within the U.S. Air Force hierarchy.
Based on official records and personal interviews.
Captivating narrative of a legendary military figure.
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Price Range: $27.95
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Young adult adaptation of a bestselling true story.
Follows two Navy pilots during the Korean War.
Explores themes of heroism and friendship.
Highlights racial inequality and personal backgrounds.
Features a major motion picture adaptation.
Captivating tale of bravery and sacrifice.
Inspirational story for readers of all ages.
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Price Range: $6.88
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First comprehensive account of Soviet air operations.
Detailed analysis of aerial battles in Korean War.
Insights from Soviet veterans and archival documents.
Explores tactics used by Soviet pilots in combat.
Highlights challenges faced by United States Air Force.
Unique perspective from a less-explored side.
Essential reading for military history enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $38.09
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Epic story of heroism and friendship.
Based on true events from the Korean War.
Highlights bravery and selfless sacrifice in combat.
Tells the tale of Navy's first Black pilot.
Explores camaraderie amidst a divided America.
Captivating narrative filled with action and emotion.
Now a major motion picture adaptation.
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Price Range: $11.19
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New York Times Bestseller
Now a major motion picture
Inspirational story of courage and friendship
Based on the Korean War’s forgotten heroes
Features Navy’s first Black carrier pilot
Heartwarming tale of bravery and sacrifice
Explores unbreakable bonds between soldiers
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Price Range: $4.99
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National bestseller and soon-to-be motion picture.
Inspiring story of friendship and heroism.
Focuses on U.S. Navy pilots in Korea.
Highlights racial struggles and camaraderie.
Intense aerial and ground combat described vividly.
True story of bravery and sacrifice.
A must-read for history and war enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $20.76
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Explores tactical reconnaissance from 1945 to 1970s.
Detailed accounts of Korean and Vietnam conflicts.
Covers technological advancements in reconnaissance aircraft.
Highlights secret missions over Soviet Union and China.
Includes insights on the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Features color profiles by Robbie Robinson.
Essential reading for military history enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $19.68
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Comprehensive account of F4U Corsair units.
Covers 26 Navy, 6 Marine Corps squadrons.
Features personal interviews with F4 pilots.
Details harrowing Korean War combat experiences.
Includes story of Lt Guy Bordelon, sole ace.
Contains unpublished photographs of Corsair pilots.
Extensive appendices on unit deployments and losses.
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Price Range: $25.00
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Inspiring true story of overcoming polio adversity.
Heartfelt journey of a dedicated U.S. Army officer.
Highlights courage, patriotism, and American values.
Achieved Ranger Tab and Master Parachute Badge.
Served in key military operations and leadership roles.
Advocate for veterans and their families' causes.
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Price Range: $27.10
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Discover the untold stories of Korean War Rangers.
First combat jump in Ranger history documented.
Accounts from survivors and military records included.
Highlights bravery and sacrifice of elite soldiers.
Explore the harsh realities of the Korean War.
Author’s personal experiences enrich the narrative.
Commemorates those the world has forgotten.
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Price Range: $9.99
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Explore WWII's lasting global impacts.
Understand the Cold War's formation and dynamics.
Learn about the rise of America as a superpower.
Discover the creation of new nation-states.
Examine the origins of the Atomic Age.
Analyze NATO and global power struggles.
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Price Range: $11.95
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Explores P-51 Mustang's iconic history and design.
Focuses on D, H, and K models from WWII.
Features high-quality archival and preserved aircraft photos.
Detailed captions provide in-depth aircraft information.
Highlights Mustang's role in air superiority missions.
Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and historians alike.
Second volume in the comprehensive Legends of Warfare series.
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Price Range: $19.99
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Detailed history of the B-29 Superfortress.
Features pressurized cabins and remote-controlled turrets.
Key player in WWII and Korean War missions.
Covers all aircraft variants and illustrations.
Primary source documentation included for accuracy.
Highlights achievements and design shortcomings.
Essential reading for aviation history enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $17.99
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Explores Charles E. McGee's inspiring life story.
Highlights his heroic military service across three wars.
Details his record as a combat fighter pilot.
Showcases the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen.
Provides insights into racial challenges faced.
Celebrates courage and determination in aviation history.
A must-read for history and aviation enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $2.39
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Illustrated history of the Korean War's bombing campaign. Focus on B-29s, Thunderjets, and Skyraiders. Explores strategic bombing's military and political aspects. Detailed analysis of armistice negotiations and tactics. Original illustrations and dramatic air scenes included. 3D recreations and diagrams enhance understanding. Captivating account of Cold War's first clash.
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Price Range: $17.68
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Iconic F4U Corsair from WWII and Korean War.
Impressive 11:1 kill ratio against enemy aircraft.
Distinctive inverted gull wing design and whistling sound.
Served US Navy and Marine Corps effectively.
Featured in historical and never-before-published photos.
Highlighting nation's distinguished aces and their stories.
Part of the acclaimed Legends of Warfare series.
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Price Range: $18.99
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Authentic memoir of a Marine fighter pilot.
Explores air combat in America’s Forgotten War.
Details battles at Heartbreak Ridge and Bloody Ridge.
Insights into the famous Black Sheep Squadron.
Based on personal letters and mission reports.
Features the iconic Corsair aircraft, "Whistling Death."
Captivating narrative of bravery and survival.
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Price Range: $9.00
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Explores African Americans' role in the Korean War.
Features seventy oral histories from Black veterans.
Draws on interviews for American Radio Works documentary.
Highlights military desegregation and its challenges.
Connects veterans' experiences to the Black freedom struggle.
Includes narratives from the Library of Congress project.
Captures personal stories of service and sacrifice.
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Price Range: $12.76
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Chronicles Air National Guard's early evolution.
Details post-WWII "flying club" origins.
Highlights mobilization during the Korean War.
Showcases transition to Jet Age aircraft.
Tells stories of combat aces and pioneers.
Explores Air Guard's role in U.S. strength.
Captivating history of an elite military unit.
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Price Range: $24.60
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Explore WWII's lasting global impacts.
Understand the Cold War's ideological divide.
Learn about the birth of new nations.
Discover the rise of America's superpower status.
An in-depth look at nuclear arms race.
Gain insights into modern power dynamics.
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Price Range: $18.99
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Comprehensive history of the F-82 Twin Mustang.
Features 120 unique photographs and illustrations.
Covers development and operational history extensively.
Includes details of Korean War service.
Describes all variants and sub-types of F-82.
Insights on crew, squadrons, and technical details.
A valuable addition to aviation enthusiasts' libraries.
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Price Range: $11.99
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Details F-51 Mustang's role in Korean War.
Chronicles intense air-to-ground combat missions.
Based on meticulous research and first-hand accounts.
Highlights successes and significant losses of units.
Explains Mustang’s adaptation to new warfare era.
Offers insights into aircraft's historical significance.
Perfect for aviation and military history enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $12.99
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First-hand account of military aviation pioneer.
Revolutionized battlefield medical evacuation during Korean War.
Insights on helicopter pilots' daring rescue missions.
Documented experiences of MASH characters from TV series.
Illustrates helicopter's impact on military medical care.
Details over 8,000 successful rescue operations.
Engaging narrative for aviation and history enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $18.95
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Award-winning narrative of elite pararescue missions.
True stories of courage and survival under fire.
Explore exotic locations and unique cultures.
Firsthand accounts from U.S. Air Force PJs.
Experience life-threatening rescue operations in detail.
Heart-pounding adventures in combat and disaster zones.
Discover the brotherhood and sacrifice of PJs.
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Price Range: $26.43
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Exposes America’s nuclear testing in the Marshall Islands.
Documents the impact on native islanders’ lives.
Tells the story of John Anjain’s loss.
Highlights the radiation fallout from nuclear tests.
Features perspectives of affected local and military figures.
A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist reveals hidden truths.
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Price Range: $3.99
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Collection of over 850 historic photographs.
Features B-29 Superfortress in World War II.
Includes unique images from Korean War era.
Photographs identified by unit and location.
Authored by aviation expert John Campbell.
Showcases rare B-29 Superfortress nose art.
Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and historians.
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Price Range: $41.30
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Explores the AD Skyraider's role in Korea.
Features interviews with veteran AD pilots.
Includes unpublished private photographs from the war.
Covers U.S. Navy and Marine Corps combat missions.
Details unit deployments and Skyraider models.
Contains lists of Skyraiders lost in combat.
A comprehensive look at an often-overlooked air war.
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Price Range: $13.44
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Comprehensive guide on the B-36 Peacemaker.
Detailed comparisons between aircraft models.
Includes aircraft lineage and tail number listings.
Features specifications and basing charts.
Written by a former SAC Warrior.
Larger photos and new appendix included.
Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and historians.
Average Rating out of 5:
Price Range: $36.95
