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By the late 1930s air power had dramatically altered the strategic balance in Europe. But the seeds of the new order had been sown in World War I, when fledgling military air forces first emerged as adjuncts to the traditional armed services. Military leaders soon recognised its value as an aerial scout. And before long, fast fighter planes armed with machine guns were ordered into battle to support the armies of both the Allies and the Central Powers.Nevin, David is the author of 'Architects of Air Power - David Nevin - Hardcover' with ISBN 9781844470341 and ISBN 1844470342.
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