The arrival of the Spitfire in Burma came at a crucial time as the RAF struggled against the Japanese to support the Chindit operation on the ground. Proving a huge boost to morale the Spitfire played a large part in defeating the enemy & covering the subsequent Allied advance through Burma protecting the ground troops & providing vital supplies. Covering this little documented aerial war this book tells the stories of the 54 aces who flew against the Japanese & also those who fought in India & Australia. Full-colour artwork reveals the markings & paint schemes of this most-famous of British planes whilst first-hand accounts & archive photographs bring the aerial battles of Burma India & Australia to life.