The Messerschmitt Bf109E

Discover the legendary Messerschmitt Bf109E 'Emil', a hardback homage to one of World War II's most iconic aircraft. With its powerful DB 601 engine, the Bf109E transformed aerial combat, establishing itself as a fearsome fighter during the late 1930s and early 1940s. This meticulously crafted book, published by Schiffer Books, spans 112 pages of captivating history, featuring the Bf 109 E's remarkable journey through significant battles over Poland, France, the Low Countries, and North Africa. Authored by David Johnston, this essential read dives deep into the aircraft's enduring legacy, detailing how it remained a mainstay in various roles, including fighter-bomber and reconnaissance operations, even as it was replaced by newer models in the Luftwaffe. Readers will gain insight into the pilots who flew the Bf109E, including renowned aces like Adolf Galland and Werner Mölders, making this book a must-have for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Measuring 230 x 230 mm, this hardback book is perfect for display on your bookshelf or as part of your collection of World War II memorabilia. Dive into the fascinating world of the Messerschmitt Bf109E and unveil the spirit of the skies during this tumultuous era.

Author: David Johnston Publisher: Schiffer Books
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 230 x 230 mm
Pages: 112
Publication Date: 28-11-2019

The Bf 109 E "Emil" entered service in 1938. The aircraft’s DB 601 engine transformed its performance, making the Messerschmitt fighter one of the most capable anywhere in the world at the time. After seeing action late in the Spanish Civil War, the Emil was Germany’s premier fighter aircraft during the early years of World War II, seeing action over Poland, France and the Low Countries, Great Britain, the Balkans, and North Africa. By the time of “Operation Barbarossa” in June 1941, the Emil had been largely replaced as the Luftwaffe’s main fighter aircraft by the new Bf 109 F; however, it continued in service in the fighter-bomber, reconnaissance, and fighter-training roles. The Bf 109 E was flown by all of Germany’s famed early-war fighter aces, men such as Adolf Galland, Werner Mölders, Helmut Wick, Wilhelm Balthasar, Walther Oesau, and countless others.