24.RAF RE8 *FIRST EDITION
THE (IN)FAMOUS 'HARRY TATE'
NOT noted for its elegance, the Royal Aircraft Factory's RE8 was built in substantial numbers and served doggedly in 1917/1918, not only on the Western Front, but also in Italy, Mesopotamia and Palestine operating in artillery spotting, bombing and reconnaissance roles. Published in November 1990, this detailed monograph comprises 32 pages-plus covers- and contains dozens of archive and close-up photos, plus 1918 rigging notes sketches, 1:72 and 1:48 scale plans, colour plates and a modest kit guide. Written by Jack Bruce this is an original first edition and is in excellent condition with only very minor cover creasing. One only...
DATAFILE 24 was published in November 1990-a highly comprehensive and detailed study of the Royal Aircraft Factory's 'Reconnaissance Experimental No.8'-colloquially known as the 'Harry Tate'. The type served with many RFC/RAF units right up to the Armistice and its crews performed sterling service.Eminent historian Jack Bruce relates the type's development and service history supporting his narrative with over 45 wartime photos from his collection. I addition thers are 40 close-up details ogf the preserved aircraft in the IWM and Belgian Army Museum in Brussels. Sketches from the official 1918 RAF RE8 rigging notes add further vital reference. As well as scale drawings in 1:48 and 1:72 by Ian Stair, this 32 page monograph features colours and markings notes with three rear cover colour profiles and model kit listing.