Italian National Markings 1st Edition by Gregory Alegi ISBN 1902207335 9781902207339
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ISBN 10: 1902207335
ISBN 13: 9781902207339
Author: Gregory Alegi
Describes the history of WWI Italian markings, their inception and their application with over 30 rare photos of a diverse number of types:Bleriots;Capronis;Ansaldos;Nieuports and many more. This comprehensive monograph also includes contemporary sketches depicting 1915 markings orders for Italian and Austro-Hungarian aircraft together with rear cover colour plates by Ray Rimell depicting typical Caproni and SPAD 7 markings-two planforms of SPAD markings complete the picture. For modellers building any WWI Italian aeroplane Gregory Alegi’s unique study is the perfect one-stop resource!
Table of contents:
Introduction
Overview of Italian Aviation during World War I
Importance of National Markings in Military Aircraft
Early Markings and Identification
The Birth of Italian National Markings
Pre-World War I Aircraft Identification Systems
Adoption of the “Savoy Cross” and Other Early Emblems
The Role of National Markings in Combat
The Use of Markings for Identification in Air Battles
Markings on Different Aircraft Types (Bleriot, Caproni, Ansaldo, Nieuport)
Influence of Aerial Warfare on Marking Styles
Regulatory Changes and Official Marking Orders
1915 Marking Orders for Italian and Austro-Hungarian Aircraft
Key Modifications to Markings Throughout the War
Standardization and Variations Across Different Squadrons
Color Plates and Aircraft Examples
Color Schemes and Marking Variations
Illustrated Examples of Caproni and SPAD 7 Markings
Photographs and Sketches of Markings on Operational Aircraft
Conclusion
Legacy of Italian National Markings Post-WWI
Influence on Italian Aviation Identity
Appendices
Glossary of Terms Related to Aircraft Markings
Resources for Further Reading and Research
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