Air Power History

Turning Points from Kitty Hawk to Kosovo

Sebastian Cox, Peter Gray

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Routledge
31 May 2002

Military history; Air forces & warfare; History of engineering & technology

Series: Studies in Air Power

The 20th century saw air power transformed from

novelists' fantasy into stark reality. From string and canvas to precision weaponry and stealth, air power has progressed to become not only the weapon of first political choice, but often the only conceivable option. This rapid development has given rise to considerable debate and controversy with

those holding entrenched views rarely slow to shout their case. Many myths have grown over the period, ranging from the

once much vaunted ability of air power to win wars alone through to its impact as a coercive tool. This volume examines

the theory and practice of air power from its earliest inception. The contributors have been drawn from academia and the military and represent some of the world's leading proponents on the subject. All significant eras on air power employment are examined: some are evidently turning points, while others represent continuous development. Perhaps more importantly, the book highlights the areas that could be considered to be significant, and invites the reader to enter the debate as to whether it constitutes a continuum, a turning point, or indeed a revolution. The expert analysis in this volume will serve as a guide to past perceptions and will help to equip current analysts for the 21st century.

Edited by: Sebastian Cox, Peter Gray
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: no. 13
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 710g
ISBN: 9780714682570
ISBN 10: 0714682578
Series: Studies in Air Power
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 31 May 2002
Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Professional & Vocational , Primary , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Sebastian Cox, Peter Gray