 304 Squadron
Mushroom Blue Series No. 7106
By Mariusz Konarski
Mushroom Model Publications, ©2005
ISBN 83-89450-18-6
Softbound, 96 Pages
Available from Mushroom for £9.99
The history of 304 Squadron is a fascinating one, as are most histories
of Central European aviators flying in the RAF. 304 Squadron was a Polish
squadron that began their RAF operations in 1940 and continued on through
to the end of the war, first with Bomber Command and later with Coastal
Command. After the war they continued to fly, this time as a short-lived
Transport Command unit operating Warwick and Halifax transports. This
long and varied history is well worth telling, and the people at Mushroom
have told it in their usual exemplary manner.
The book combines a detailed and well written text with copious amounts
of photos. The aircraft operated by 304 Squadron for the most part was
the Vickers Wellington, both during their Bomber Command days and their
later Coastal Command days. From a modeling point of view, the photos
will be of great use, as they show the Wellington from many angles. Additionally
there are several photos showing damaged Wellingtons and the internal
structure. Complementing the text and photos are 30 color profiles showing
304 Squadron aircraft in all their splendor.
For those interested in unit histories, the Mushroom books are well
worth seeking out. The research is very good, the text easy to read, and
all of it is backed up by some excellent clear photos. Toss in the quality
color profile illustrations and you have a top-notch reference that won't
break the bank. My thanks to Mushroom
Model Publications for the review copy.
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