Many excellent books have been produced about
various aspects of the Siege of Malta during the
Second World War, but there has never been a
single volwne until now that both investigates and
reveals in such great detail the strategic importance
of Malta. This book provides concise but
comprehensive information on military aviation on
the islands over the whole period, from 1915 to the
present day...... First, the story is told of the early flying boats, the establishment of an airfield and the routines of the 1930s. The events of 1940 and the Siege are recorded, and the islands' vital part in the invasion of Sicily is detailed. Later wartime events are followed by the story of early postwar routines, culminating in the Suez campaign. The strong postwar presence of the Fleet Air Arm is well detailed... ...Leading up to the present, the gradual decline of military aviation in Malta, in parallel with the islands' lessening strategic importance, is recorded, and the final chapter describes the formation and continuing activity of the Armed Forces of Malta's air arm. 'Military Aviation in Malta G.C. 1915 - 1993' is a hardback book, containing 256 pages, broken down into Chapters on individual airfields; each fully detailed with specially comn-iissioned maps. It is profusely illustrated with over 360 photographs and illustrations, many of which have been tracked down, located and obtained on loan from private collections and therefore have never appeared in print before. 'Military Aviation in Malta G.C. 1915 - 1993' is, without doubt the definitive work on the subject; it is a must for any aviation enthusiasts bookshelf. Most importantly, it is also available at an affordable price... ISBN 1-870384-25-3 First Published 1994 by GMS Enterprises Click here to visit GMS Enterprises Website GMS Enterprises, 67 Pyhill, Bretton, Peterborough, PE3 8QQ, ENGLAND, UK 
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