Routledge Handbook of Air Power

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<P>The <I>Routledge Handbook of Air Power</I> offers a comprehensive overview of the political purposes and military importance of air power.</P><P>Despite its increasing significance in international relations, statecraft and war, the phenomenon of air power remains controversial and little understood beyond its tactical and technological prominence. This volume provides a comprehensive survey designed to contribute to a deep and sophisticated understanding of air power. Containing contributions from academics and service personnel, the book comprises five sections:</P><P>- Part I Foundation: the essence of air power</P><P>- Part II Roles and functions: delivering air power</P><P>- Part III Cross-domain integration: applying air power</P><P>- Part IV Political-social-economic environment: air power in its strategic context</P><P>- Part V Case studies: air power in its national context</P><P>Examining a series of themes and factors that contribute to an understanding of the utility and