Pictorial History of the German Army Air Service 1914-1918, Alex Imrie — 1st Ed

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Pictorial History of the German Army Air Service 1914-1918, Alex Imrie — 1st Ed

Name: Pictorial History of the German Army Air Service 1914-1918, Alex Imrie — 1st Ed
Brand: Broadhursts Books
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Publication: London, Ian Allan, 1971

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 176.

Condition Report: Very Good. The deep maroon cloth binding remains exceptionally square and tight, with the spine’s silver gilt lettering appearing bright and entirely unoxidised. The primary detractor is a moderate smattering of foxing visible along the top edge of the text block, though the internal pages remain impressively bright and free from blemishes, handling marks, or previous ownership signatures. The original dust jacket presents handsomely but exhibits light shelf wear, primarily consisting of minor rubbing and shallow creasing along the top extremities. Overall, a highly attractive and structurally sound copy.

Catalogue Note: This First Edition features an extensive array of archival halftone photographs and technical plates, true to the publisher’s reputation for highly illustrated transport and military monographs. The absence of subsequent printing details on the copyright page confirms this as a true first printing.

Locating a copy with an unmarred, bright dust jacket and crisp boards is increasingly uncommon. It remains a highly sought-after reference for aviation historians and collectors of First World War military history.

A comprehensive visual and historical account of the German Army Air Service (Luftstreitkräfte) during the First World War. From the early days of mobilisation to the sweeping re-organisations that shaped the first Luftwaffe, Alex Imrie meticulously chronicles the machines and the men who flew them. Richly supported by technical appendices, glossaries, and rare archival photography, this volume remains an essential reference point for enthusiasts of early twentieth-century military aviation.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: Alex Imrie

Book Publisher: Ian Allan

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: History

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 176

Book Publication Year: 1971

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Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: Exeter, United Kingdom

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