6.25" x 9.5", 190 page hardcover with dustjacket titled HITLER'S FALL GUYS: AN EXAMINATION OF THE LUFTWAFFE BY ONE OF AMERICA'S MOST FAMOUS ACES by Col. Walker "Bud" Mahurin, USAF, (Ret.)/ Schiffer Publisher, Ltd., ISBN # 0-7643-0871-8, First Edition, copyright 1999 "Hitler's Fall Guys" delves into the operations and experiences of the German Luftwaffe, as seen through the eyes of Colonel Walker "Bud" Mahurin, one of America's top aces. The book provides a unique perspective on the air war, combining Mahurin's combat experiences with insights gained from post-war interactions with former Luftwaffe pilots. Mahurin analyzes the successes and failures of the Luftwaffe, highlighting the bravery of its pilots who fought for a flawed cause. Walker "Bud" Mahurin is recognized as one of the highest-scoring American aces, with a record of 20.75 victories in World War II and additional successes in the Korean War. His extensive combat experience lends credibility to his analysis of the Luftwaffe and its operations. "Hitler's Fall Guys" is not just a military history; it is a reflection on the complexities of war, the humanity of those who fight, and the lessons learned from past conflicts. It stands out as a significant contribution to the literature on World War II aviation history. The book is complete and in EXCELLENT condition with some overall light wear.