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After the Norman conquest of 1066, the English lands gradually lost their Saxon character and became much more similar to continental Europe than previously; feudalism was brought to the British Isles by the Normans, together with a new model of centralized monarchy, thus changing the administrative and social structures of England forever. After a few decades, however, the new royal family initiated by William the Conqueror disappeared due to the lack of direct heirs and thus the Kingdom of England entered a chaotic phase characterized by civil conflicts, as well as by the search for a new royal house that could assume control over the turbulent English lands. This historical period, known as 'The Anarchy', began in 1135 and ended only in 1154, when the first Plantagenet was crowned as monarch of the English realm. The new royal family would have kept power over its kingdom for more than three centuries, until the outbreak of the War of the Roses. During this long period, the Plantagenet kings fought a series of conflicts, which can be grouped into three main categories: wars fought against the French monarchy in continental Europe, wars fought in the British Isles against the 'Celtic nations' (Wales, Scotland and Ireland) and civil conflicts fought in England against rebel aristocrats. This book pays special attention to the wars fought by England against Wales, Scotland and Ireland; at the same time, it provides a detailed overview of the 'minor' conflicts that saw the Plantagenet monarchs campaigning in France. This book will cover the history, organization and equipment of the English armies that fought the many wars of the early Plantagenet period.
Established 31 years ago by means of a fleet of Soviet-made Tupolev Tu-154 passenger aircraft, Mahan Air soon turned into the largest airline of Iran. Despite being highly sanctioned by the US government and many other EU countries, Mahan Air has managed to take the place of Iran Air, Iran's flag carrier, in many of the domestic and international routes to Iran in recent years. Under control of retired Generals of Islamic Revolutionary Guard of Corps (IRGC), the airline plays an important role in transportation of personnel and troops of the Quds Force (IRGCQF) branch of the force from Iran to Syria, Lebanon and Iraq. Within the past eleven years, thousands of IRGCQF members were deployed to Syria using passenger aircraft, such as the large fleet of Airbus A310s of the airline. Mahan Air also serves political interests of the Iranian government in the Middle East and Latin America. The airline has had two of its A340-303s, two Airbus A340-642s and one of its Boeing 747-3B3Ms leased to flag carriers of Syria and Venezuela. Despite being heavily sanctioned , Mahan Air has not only managed to maintain its fleet of Avro Jet RJ70/85/100s, Airbus A310s, A300s, A340s and Boeing 747s but also managed to increase their numbers to a level to become the largest airline of the country, connecting it to East and Southeast Asia by means of its large fleet of long-haul and wide-body passenger aircraft.
The Tomcat is the most popular US Navy aircraft of all time and quite possibly the best-known Cold War jet fighter of them all. This book covers the F-14 Tomcat's role as a precision bomber from the early 1990s through the early stages of the War on Terror until its retirement in 2006. Filled with first-hand accounts, in-action photos, and detailed histories on its operations, this book showcases the Tomcat in all its glory.
Written by expert author who previously worked with NASA and the USAF. Full of images, diagrams and animated mock-ups. Looks at the history of the Mars programmes and their future.
Gives a behind-the-scenes look at how airports operate. Written by established aviation journalist/photographer. Full of images and anecdotal insights.
Author is an avid aviation photographer and this book features full-colour images. Covers every version of the KC-135 tanker. Part of Modern Military Aircraft Series.
Highly illustrated history of the Vampire. Features black and white historical images. Edited by the team at Aeroplane, the world's longest-established aviation magazine. Part of Historical Military Aircraft Series.
This new book edition looks at the aircraft created by Curtiss and the company itself.
In 1932, Egypt's first airline - Misr Airwork - was established, later to be named Egyptair. This wonderfully illustrated book explores the fascinating history of Africa's oldest airline, against the everchanging geopolitical climate.
On 20 August 1963, the British Aircraft Corporation (BAC) One-Eleven flew for the first time. This new book edition of Aeroplane Classic Airliner: BAC One-Eleven covers the full story of its concept and design against the troubled background of the industry's consolidation, and of its entry into service.
High Desert Deployment highlights the aircraft that are such a vital part in the war on terror, the ones that are, at this time, deployed around the world to project power to maintain our freedom. Stunning images show the colorful history of various squadrons along with the markings the aircraft display.
Illustrated with over 150 images from around the country, this book charts the routes and services undertaken by the BR Class 159s.
Beautifully illustrated with over 150 images from around the country, this book charts the routes and services undertaken by the BR Class 47s.
As an engineering company, Vickers had been around since 1828, so its venture into aviation was just one of many avenues of income. Vickers produced over 70 different types of aircraft, not including a host of sub-variants. This new book edition of Aeroplane's Vickers Company Profile 1911-1977 is testimony to what Vickers' aircraft achieved.
Modern Railways Review 2023 captures a snapshot of the industry, with detailed coverage of policy, finance, rolling stock, infrastructure and signalling.
The Douglas DC-8 began life in the 1950s. Flying with airlines such as KLM, Philippine Airlines, and VIASA, it proved suited to work around the world. This book, which features over 190 images, most of which have never been published before, explores the history of the DC-8 and those who made it the success it still is today.
After every rise, there comes a fall, and for Bradford's trolleybuses this started soon after their Jubilee in 1961. With over 190 images, this book follows the story from their heyday to their ultimate end in 1972. Despite their ultimate decline, the Bradford trolleybuses were special, and this book, the second of two volumes, shows why this was.
The Hornby Magazine Yearbook is always eagerly anticipated and features the very best of the UK's colourful railway modelling monthly. Concentrating the highlights of the previous 12 months into a 132-page package, the yearbook offers a variety of features in all major scales and gauges.
Using a wide range of adverts, this book shows how the market was dominated by a group of builders that understood the importance of keeping their names in front of customers. With over 180 period adverts spanning 25 years, this stunning volume tracks the advertising history of Britain's biggest bus and coach brands in their efforts to win sales.
Fully illustrated with over 150 images, this book explores the history of the Vulcan, from concept to manufacture to service, providing insight from those who developed, designed, and flew it.
Taking the reader on a visual journey across the globe, this book explores some of the most popular airliners of the time, including Boeing, Airbus, and McDonnell Douglas, and how their aircraft developed throughout the decade.
This book explores what used to be the old London Transport's highest-numbered block of routes. It shows a potted history of each route accompanied by a list of points served and one or two pictures of the kind of bus that can be found in service today. With over 190 photos, this book presents an up-to-date snapshot of the London bus scene in 2021.
In 2021, as the Jeep celebrates its 80th anniversary, there is no doubt that it is one of the world's most famous automobiles. The idea of preserving wartime Jeeps has become ever more popular. With over 220 photos, this book looks at the history of military Jeeps and provides an up-to-date view of them within the preservation scene.
In just under 25 years, double-deck buses in the UK have undergone a transformation. Every double-decker in service today is a low-floor bus offering easy access to everyone. It covers all the operators that run them. The story is told for the first time, on a model-by-model basis, with many images, which show the buses throughout the UK.
In 2016, North Korea hosted its first ever airshow and invited foreign visitors. None of the military aircraft are ever seen outside their borders, and the airline only operates limited services. Not only does the book give a fully illustrated look at North Korea's military and civilian aircraft, it also gives a look at the country itself.
The WR diesel hydraulic locomotives have always exercised a special fascination for the modern traction enthusiast. One of the most interesting aspects of their history was the wide variety of different color schemes they appeared in. With over 150 images, it is an invaluable reference for all fans of the glory days of diesel locomotives.
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