New Guinea Eagles Volume 1

New Guinea Eagles Volume 1 chronicles the Japanese Air Army campaign in New Guinea from when its first units arrived in October 1942 until the late September 1943 raids against Nadzab and Port Moresby.
Never before have the rationale, activities and losses of JAAF air power in New Guinea been chronicled in such detail and accuracy. The force operated an impressive range of aircraft types but found it much easier to commit than withdraw from the challenging theatre.
This volume covers Rabaul's and Wewak's beginnings as major JAAF bases. The period, involved guarding supply convoys, attacking Wau and two major forays into the Solomons.

• The Rise of Rabaul & Wewak: Charts the development of these massive Japanese stronghold bases, guarding supply convoys and pushing major air operations into the Solomons.
• 4th Air Army Operations: Explores the amalgamation of two major air divisions into the 4th Air Army in August 1943, detailing the subsequent push into the New Guinea Highlands, Nassau Bay, Lae, and Salamaua.
• Detailed Aircraft Tracking: Deep-dives into specific aircraft deployments, highlighting the introduction of the Ki-61 'Tony', the extensive usage of the Ki-51 'Sonia', and the ongoing struggles of the Ki-49 'Helen' bomber.