The B-17 Flying Fortress Story

The B-17 Flying Fortress was a major factor in the success of the Allied war against Germany. It was the epitome of a challenge faced, fought and won, a powerful aircraft that achieved celebrity status adn retained it through the war, operating extensively with the US 8th Air Force from bases throughout East Anglia. The book details the design and production of the bomber, its techical make-up and subsequent modifications, and includes a summary of the war history of every B-17 operational during the conflict.