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Tito’s Underground Air Base Bihac (Zeljava) Underground Yugoslav Air Force Base, 1964-1992 (Europe@War Series №4)
Year: 2020
Pages: 74
Format: PDF

Pages: 74
Format: PDF

The book "Tito's Underground Air Base Bihac Zeljava Underground Yugoslav Air Force Base 1964-1992" is a comprehensive guide to one of the most fascinating and little-known military facilities of the Cold War era. The book provides an in-depth look at the history, design, and operation of this underground air base, which was built during the time of Josip Broz Tito's rule in Yugoslavia. The author, Dario Pizzagalli, has conducted extensive research and interviews with former personnel to provide a detailed account of the base's evolution and significance. The book begins by discussing the historical context of the base's construction, highlighting the political and military tensions of the time and the need for a secure facility to protect Yugoslavia's air power. The author then delves into the technical details of the base's design, including its unique layout, ventilation system, and defenses. The reader is given a tour of the base's various components, from the hangars and maintenance areas to the control tower and living quarters.
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