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Cats at War: The Story of RAAF Catalinas in the Asia-Pacific Theatre of War
By
Coral Gaunt, Robert Cleworth
'It is often said that the Consolidated PBY Catalinas were to Australia what the Supermarine Spitfire was to Britain. With an ability to fly long hours at a low altitude at a slow pace (ideal for mine placement), it was one of the most important Allied aircraft of the Pacific War.' Hugh Cullimore
This volume collects Second World War anecdotes from RAAF Catalina airmen and their relatives. Includes a 1940-1948 Roll of Honour, bibliography and glossary.
Details: Non-fiction, published 2000.
Format: Soft cover, illustrations (photographs), 279 pages.
Dimensions: 29.0 cm (h) x 21.0 cm (w) / 840 grams.