Thank you Jim.
I can get rather obssesive about a subject
I've been looking at Japanese Army Air Force Fighter Units And Their Aces (which also includes work by Shore), and it's definately on my wish list.
However, I've heard mixed reviews about the Naval book (partly due to poor translations and partly the actual content) - but if you think it's worth having, then I shall have another look.
I have Carey's book on the Vultee (a must for anyone interested in the RIAF during the war) - an excellent read, and one I use constantly to defend the poor Vultee's reputatuion on other forums!
And I shall certainly look into the other books in your list.
Cheers
A
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