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During World War One, the role of the aeroplane evolved from a stable, lumbering observation platform to a more agile fighter. Rapid developments in aeroplane technology led to an array of ever-advancing aircraft seeing service during this time. This book includes various aircraft that contributed to the iconic events between 1914 and 1918.

The Canadian Pacific Railway was built to unite all the Canadian Provinces. Many obstacles were encountered during construction including the Rocky Mountains. Illustrated with unique photos, this book covers the line from Exshaw to Golden. The variety of traffic found on the line is shown against a backdrop of stunning scenery.

After ten years of production, Land Rover was established as a useful 4x4. Following a redesign, the Series II was launched in April 1958. The Series IIA was introduced in 1961 and, through 1971, a succession of upgrades followed. Land Rover had most of the market to itself especially in places such as Australasia and Africa.

As loco haulage declined in the UK, British Rail fans began to look at the railway networks of other countries. For many, their first port of call was Europe. However, worldwide favorites came to include the USA and India. Featuring over 160 color photos, this book summarizes some of the popular destinations and locos that they travel for.

The Class 47 diesel loco was a mainstay of British Rail. They worked passenger and heavy freight trains as well as more mundane local passenger and wagon-load freight all over Britain. This book records 1982 to 1985 and many days spent trying to travel behind all 507 of the Class 47s that were still in traffic.

The Fairey Firefly emerged from troubled beginnings to become one of the most widely used and effective aircraft of the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm. It formed part of several embryonic naval air arms in the Cold War and performed a vital combat role in Korea in the 1950s. This book has more than 160 photographs accompanied by a detailed commentary.

For Operation Telic, the UK was the junior partner alongside their American allies but still contributed a substantial force. Beginning with 3 Para's entry into Basrah, it then moves to 1 Para at Baghdad, securing the British Embassy. With over 200 color photos, it shows the reality of British forces in a modern-day war.

The Battle of Britain is widely considered to be Britain's finest hour. This book features a history of the front-line RAF fighter aircraft and explores the major training and support aeroplanes that contributed to the iconic events. The story includes over 160 photographs of aircraft in the air, on the ground and in unique formations together.

Meticulously researched over the course of 20 years, this color rendition of the Luftwaffe's Eagles in defeat accurately portrays the stark reality of the desperate days in 1940. It contains some 200 photographs of downed enemy aircraft, showing the rare spectacle of new color from the Battle of Britain period.

Samuel Ledgard, the legendary founder and bus operator, started out running a pub in 1896. In 1912, he bought a lorry along with an interchangeable coach body and started services to seaside resorts in 1913. Focusing on the 1950s and '60s, this book starts with a brief history of the buses themselves and their routes, then goes on to the fleet.

This book looks at a wide selection of locomotive types. From special workings to day-to-day operations, the whole range of loco-hauled trains are featured. These trains range from the early 1980s to now, with all the popular types of diesel and electric locos shown. Each historic photo gives a comprehensive overview of loco-hauled travel.

Despite the substantial decline of coal mining in the UK over the last three decades, until recently, coal was still a vital energy source for the nation's power stations

The Cold War saw the once-allies of World War Two pitted against each other in a power play that lasted more than three decades. Though the feared attacks never came, there was tension and posturing on both sides. This striking photo collection looks at the variety of RAF aircraft involved in the Cold War, displaying them in all their glory.

From 1945, the Labour government nationalized the railways and started British nuclear weapon development. This book shows the role of the nation's railways in the nuclear industry and how the need to secure that service through the turbulence of privatization led to the creation of the nation's most diverse railway company, Direct Rail Services.

The five years either side of 2000 was a period of change on the railway network. The British Railways network was initially split into three companies, but all ended up being purchased by EWS. By 2005, the railways of Central Scotland had evolved almost beyond recognition. With 150 color photos, this book records the changes to the main network.

Lavishly illustrated with 180 full-colour illustrations, many set in glorious countryside, this book shows a variety of locomotives. Service trains dominate the images, though there are many charter trains featured, some with exotic traction for the far south west

This is the special annual edition of the monthly magazine Modern Railways which offers a comprehensive review of what is happening in the operation of Britain''s railways along with an overview of events in Europe. Edited by Modern Railways'' Ken Cordner, with contributions from Roger Ford, Tony Miles, John Gough and other members of the team, The Modern Railway examines all aspects of: Policy and FinanceInfrastructure maintenance and renewalTrain operation (passenger and freight)Civil engineeringRolling Stock manufacture and maintenanceSignal and telecommunicationCustomer interface and supportLight rail and Metro systemsEuropean developments As well as editorials on all key players and projects, it includes a comprehensive directory listing over 2,000 suppliers and associated businesses involved in Britain''s railway, including all contact details - an essential reference tool for today''s railway professional.