{"product_id":"51127-kagero-12021-japanese-fighters-in-defense-of-the-homeland-1941-1944-vol-i-en","title":"Kagero 12021 Japanese Fighters in Defense of the Homeland, 1941-1944. Vol. I EN","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n  \n    \u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eKagero 12021 Japanese Fighters in Defense of the Homeland, 1941-1944. Vol. I EN\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKagero 12021 Japanese Fighters in Defense of the Homeland, 1941-1944. Vol. I EN\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique English-language publication by Leszek A. Wieliczko, serving as an excellent source of knowledge for aviation history enthusiasts and modelers interested in the defense of Japanese skies during World War II. Published by the renowned KAGERO publishing house, the book offers a detailed description of the organizational changes in the structure of Japanese air defense and the rearmament process of fighter planes between 1941 and 1944.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eProduct format: \u003cstrong\u003emodeler's monograph\u003c\/strong\u003e (this is not a model kit, but a detailed book with source materials for modelers and historians)\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: \u003cstrong\u003e80 pages\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eIllustrations: \u003cstrong\u003e73 black-and-white archival photos\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e12 color profiles (16 views)\u003c\/strong\u003e showing the paint schemes and markings of Japanese fighters\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eLanguage: \u003cstrong\u003eEnglish\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e World War II, years 1941-1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan (home islands, domestic operations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guide for plastic and historical modelers, inspiration for building dioramas, reference for choosing markings and paint schemes of Japanese aircraft models from this period\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe first volume thoroughly describes the evolution of Japan's air defense system from July 1941 (the establishment of the Supreme Defense Headquarters), through organizational changes following the Doolittle Raid (April 18, 1942), up to the dramatic battles over Japanese cities culminating in the B-29 raids during the second half of 1944. The author also presents the main types of Japanese fighters, such as the Mitsubishi A6M Zero and Nakajima Ki-43, with particular emphasis on their service in homeland air defense units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe book is printed on high-quality paper and is richly illustrated with unique photographs and color diagrams. It is an invaluable aid for modelers, especially those building models in 1\/72, 1\/48, or 1\/32 scales, looking for authentic paint and marking inspirations from World War II. We recommend it at a difficulty level of 1\/5—ideal for both beginners and advanced hobbyists, as well as aviation historians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it worth it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kagero 12021 is a precise source of information, perfect for all aviation modelers who care about faithfully recreating Japanese fighters and understanding their operational history. It is also an excellent addition to the library of any enthusiast of WWII aerial combat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"KAGERO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722999910734,"sku":"KAG12021","price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/7f3794640dad7befe1f7f41772c0d70d.jpg?v=1755549979","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/51127-kagero-12021-japanese-fighters-in-defense-of-the-homeland-1941-1944-vol-i-en","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}