Prior to and during the Second World War, the Junkers Aircraft Company of Dessau, Germany, produced several aircraft that revolutionized warfare. Among them were the Ju87 Stuka, key to the success of the Blitzkrieg, and highly versatile bomber and transport aircraft including Junkers Ju86, Junkers Ju52, Junkers Ju90/290, and later Ju88. This illustrated history reveals the history of the company, and the many key aircraft to play a vital role in the Second World War. From initiating unprecedented advancements in structural design to producing advanced turbojet engines and radical aircraft that provided a glimpse of the future of aviation, the Junkers Aircraft Company proved to be a true pioneer in the aviation world.
