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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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As always with the Osprey Aircraft of the Aces series, useful reference material, with truly exceptional colour artwork section. The profiles show the Tojo in its different variants with good detail. Highly recommendable
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An outstanding work on a subject not given much coverage
27 Oct 2011
By Daniel Jackson
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Nicholas Millman has written a great volume about the Ki-44's combat record in World War II. Navigating through an area of history replete with holes and misinformation, he has put together a concise narrative that both makes sense and is enjoyable to read. I was surprised to read that both the AVG and the CATF encountered the Ki-44 in combat long before it was recognized in the summer/fall of 1943. What I most like about the book is that Millman does solid research on both the Japanese and Allied sides, leaving the reader with a sense that the subject was treated fairly. He does not attempt to oversell the aircraft or its combat record. It is apparent, however, that the Japanese suffered for producing this formidable aircraft in such small numbers and for not having a more robust pilot training program throughout the war. Despite a rude shock to the Americans when the Ki-44 dominated the skies over China during the summer and fall of 1943, these deficiencies eventually spelled the downfall of the Japanese air forces.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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A wonderful reference for any Japanese aircraft enthusiast
20 Nov 2011
By Dan Salamone
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Nicholas Millman is a well respected historian with his own blog on the topic of WWII Japanese aviation. His new title on the Ki-44 is, in this person's estimation, the finest volume yet in the Osprey "Aces" series.
The book is a wonderful combination of history, background information, period photography, and also incredibly well done art profiles, which allow the reader to understand both the aircraft, and the men who flew the Ki-44, in an objective light.
The story of the struggle against B-29 raids is both compelling, and fascinating. The author touches on the topics of night fighting techniques, as well as the use of air dropped bombs against the Superfortress formations. Also of note is the information on the limited use of the Ki-44 in Burma, by units primarily equipped with the Ki-43 Hayabusa.
I can heartily recommend this volume to anyone with even a passing interest in WWII Japanese aviation.
The book is a wonderful combination of history, background information, period photography, and also incredibly well done art profiles, which allow the reader to understand both the aircraft, and the men who flew the Ki-44, in an objective light.
The story of the struggle against B-29 raids is both compelling, and fascinating. The author touches on the topics of night fighting techniques, as well as the use of air dropped bombs against the Superfortress formations. Also of note is the information on the limited use of the Ki-44 in Burma, by units primarily equipped with the Ki-43 Hayabusa.
I can heartily recommend this volume to anyone with even a passing interest in WWII Japanese aviation.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Impressive Chronicle of JAAF 'Demon' Aces!
24 Oct 2011
By Michael OConnor
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Osprey's 'Aircraft of the Aces' series hits the #100 milestone with this absolutely first-rate history of the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force aces who flew Nakajima's Ki-44 'Shoki' interceptor. Prior to Nicholas Millman's KI-44 'TOJO' ACES OF WORLD WAR 2, little information on the stubby, fast-climbing Ki-44 has been available in English-language publications. Happily, 'Aircraft of the Aces #100' rectifies that situation in splendid fashion.
Developed in 1939, the Shoki's design flew in the face of the IJAAF dogfighter tradition. A tough, speedy, hard-climbing, heavily-armed 'heavy fighter,' the Ki-44 was built in limited numbers but saw combat over every South-east Asia front except New Guinea and was a major player in Home Defense ops against B-29s. Eighteen pilots scored all or some of their kills flying the stubby Nakajima fighter.
A member of the Pacific Air War History Associates, Millman does an excellent job of summarizing the Ki-44's development and war record over China, Burma, the East Indies, the Philippines and the Home Islands. Thanks to in-depth research, he is able to match up Japanese claims versus actual Allied losses.
The text is complimented by over 80 b&w photographs and Ronnie Olsthoorn's color profiles and cover artwork. Olsthoorn's work is superlative; I hope Osprey makes more use of his talents.
Pacific air war enthusiasts will enjoy KI-44 'TOJO' ACES OF WORLD WAR 2. The blend of authoritative text, imagery and artwork makes for a great addition to the Osprey 'Aces' series. Make no mistake about it; this is one impressive book! Highly recommended.
Developed in 1939, the Shoki's design flew in the face of the IJAAF dogfighter tradition. A tough, speedy, hard-climbing, heavily-armed 'heavy fighter,' the Ki-44 was built in limited numbers but saw combat over every South-east Asia front except New Guinea and was a major player in Home Defense ops against B-29s. Eighteen pilots scored all or some of their kills flying the stubby Nakajima fighter.
A member of the Pacific Air War History Associates, Millman does an excellent job of summarizing the Ki-44's development and war record over China, Burma, the East Indies, the Philippines and the Home Islands. Thanks to in-depth research, he is able to match up Japanese claims versus actual Allied losses.
The text is complimented by over 80 b&w photographs and Ronnie Olsthoorn's color profiles and cover artwork. Olsthoorn's work is superlative; I hope Osprey makes more use of his talents.
Pacific air war enthusiasts will enjoy KI-44 'TOJO' ACES OF WORLD WAR 2. The blend of authoritative text, imagery and artwork makes for a great addition to the Osprey 'Aces' series. Make no mistake about it; this is one impressive book! Highly recommended.
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