Clash of Wings
Volume 4

Review by James Anthony

Clash of Wings
Volume 4
(1999)
Magna Pacific
98 minutes
G

If you are a person interested in military history, aviation or World War II, then this series Clash of Wings is a must-see.

It is an astoundingly detailed look at the great air battles of World War II and involves not only never-before-seen footage, but terrific interviews with the guys who took part in them.

Some of the comments and attitudes are gobsmacking, but you get to hear the thoughts of the men who fought these important and bloody battles.

Each major type of aircraft used in various air campaigns is featured and you will find yourself absolutely riveted to your seat for each of the 50-minute documentaries.

Other major TV series have fiddled at the edges of air campaigns, but this one is as comprehensive as you could wish for.

The Fighters
The Evolution of the Fighter in World War II
The World War Two period saw the development of the fighter aircraft from the biplane through to the introduction of the first jet fighter aircraft.
Aircraft featured in this volume include the Mustang, Spitfire, Hurricane, BF109, BF110, P40, P38 and Zero.

The Bombers
The Evolution of the Bomber in World War II
Never before had the bomber been needed and used so effectively than in World War Two. It's necessity brought forward it's evolution from simple twin engined medium bombers through to the four engined radar equipped super bombers like the B29 Superfortress and Lancaster.
Aircraft featured in this volume include the Lancaster, Mosquito, Wellington, B17, B24, B25, B26, HEIII, DO17, JU88, Val, Kate and Betty.

Specifications: 4:3 Full screen, Dolby Digital Mono. Special Features: Aircraft Info.

Conclusion: 85% Extras: 40%.

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