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ILYUSHIN IL-2 SHTURMOVIK: The 'bread and air' of the Soviet Air Force during World War II

Authors :
Hadaway, Stuart
Source :
History of War. June, 2021 Issue 95, p62, 6 p.
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

By 1944, the Ilyushin Il-2 Shturmovik made up around 30% of the Soviet Air Force's front line. This rugged and versatile aircraft packed a heavy punch that inflicted untold damage [...]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2054376X
Issue :
95
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
History of War
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.670810704