From AVONMORE BOOKS, this volume by a renowned authority in Japanese aerial warfare of the Pacific war covers Japan's floatplanes camouflage, markings, tail codes and units operating in New Guinea and the Solomons from 1942-44. It features original color illustrations, presents fresh information, and corrects and clarifies longstanding errors perpetuated for decades, and includes new markings and information.
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