Author: Griehl, Manfred
Hardback; Book; 8pp Colour Photographs
315 pages
Published: March 2001
Airlife Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1840371986

Introduced in 1935, the Ju 87 was one of the finest planes flown in the Spanish Civil War. That experience led to modifications, and during the invasion of Poland, where this aircraft played a major role, it proved to be most effective as an accurate and destructive dive-bomber.This book details the development of the Ju 87 from birth to its demise, covering each model and variant. Many wartime photos are included, as well as original drawings and plans. For military enthusiasts and historians.First flown in 1935, the JU 87 was blooded in the Spanish Civil War where a few operational aircraft were flown. That experience led to modifications which continued throughout the JU 87's operational life. This work details the development of the JU 87 from birth, through to its final demise.