The Bf 109 is one of World War 2's most iconic aircraft. It served throughout the conflict, and was the only modern single-engined fighter available to the Germans in the early campaigns of the war. During the latter stages of the Battle of Britain, operational necessity led to the type being used both as a fighter and as an effective Jabo fighter-bomber. The Bf 109 Jabos in the West took the fight to Britain in 'hit-and-run' attacks during the early to mid-years of World War 2, striking military and other high-value targets in southern England in raids which tied-up valuable Allied resources that were sorely needed elsewhere. The aircraft, in Bf 109F-4/B form, remained in frontline service until their role was effectively taken over by Fw 190 Jabos. In this unique volume Malcolm V Lowe charts the brief, but bloody, history of the Bf 109 Jabo force on the Channel Front in 1940-42, before examining the final large-scale strafing attacks undertaken by the legendary Messerschmitt fighter on New Year's Day 1945. His text is complemented by 24 specially commissioned profile artworks and more than 50 rare colour and black and white photographs sourced from private archives. Osprey Combat Aircraft Series, Comprehensive histories of fighting aircraft and their crews, highlighting their vital role in the development of warfare in the 20th and 21st centuries, A unique source of information, researched by recognised experts and brought to life by first-hand accounts from the combat veterans themselves, Concise, authoritative text is supported by up to 30 original colour artworks, and the best archival photography from around the world.