Stratus 78630 Polish Wings No. 20 Yakovlev Yak-1, Yak-3, Yak-7, Yak-9 EN – a book about Polish pilots of Yak aircraft during World War II

Stratus 78630 Polish Wings No. 20 Yakovlev Yak-1, Yak-3, Yak-7, Yak-9 EN is a unique publication, perfect for aircraft modelers and enthusiasts of Polish aviation history. Prepared by Wojciech Zmyślony and illustrated by Thierry Vallet, this 80-page, full-color book offers a fascinating insight into the Yakovlev Yak fighter aircraft used by Polish pilots during World War II and in the immediate postwar period.

• Category: Modeling book / historical-modeling literature
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 80 (full color)
• Format: A4
• Author: Wojciech Zmyślony
• Illustrator: Thierry Vallet
• ISBN: 978-83-63678-63-0
• Publisher: Stratus
• Year of publication: 2015

Content Scope and Substantive Value

The book focuses on the family of Soviet fighter aircraft: Yakovlev Yak-1, Yak-3, Yak-7, Yak-9, widely used by the Polish Air Force within the Red Army as well as by the Polish aviation formed in the East. The publication presents the profiles of these fighters, their combat use, and unique design features – with special emphasis on Polish paint schemes and the specifics of their deployment on the Eastern Front.

The volume contains over 200 archival photographs (including many previously unpublished) and several dozen precisely executed color aircraft profiles, making it extremely valuable for modelers recreating authentic paint schemes. The publication also reliably discusses the actions of Polish pilots on the Eastern Front, including the combat of the 1st Fighter Regiment "Warszawa" during World War II and in the initial postwar years.

Who is this book for?

Stratus Polish Wings No. 20 is an excellent choice for aircraft modelers working in popular scales such as 1/72, 1/48, or 1/32, aviation historians, and all enthusiasts of Polish WWII aviation. The publication’s difficulty level (difficulty level 1/5) is accessible to everyone, as the content is clearly presented and supported by illustrations and rich photographic material.

We recommend it because:

• It contains previously unpublished photos and unique color profiles
• It is an excellent reference for building models and dioramas
• It allows for a deeper understanding of the history of Polish wings during World War II
• High-quality edition, hardcover, clear graphic layout

If you are a historical modeling enthusiast, Stratus 78630 Polish Wings No. 20 Yakovlev Yak-1, Yak-3, Yak-7, Yak-9 EN is an absolutely essential addition to your modeling library!