US Naval Institute Press
Fight for the Air: Allied Air Battles in World War II
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- John Frayn Turner
- US Naval Institute Press
- Hardcover
- 9781557502872
- 9.53 X 6.41 X 1 inches
- 1.25 pounds
- History > Military - Aviation
- English
Secure TransactionBook Description
This epic air story of World War II is a powerful, poignant cross-section of the global air conflict from the perspective of British and American pilots. The author artfully weaves the historical backdrop with the pilots' accounts of one-on-one dogfights, dangerous bombing missions, and narrow escapes. Whether recounting the dark days of the Battle of Britain or the far-flung operations in the South Pacific, the narrative pulls the reader into the cockpit where the smell of fuel, the percussion of anti-aircraft fire, and the strain of man and machine stretched to their limits are palpable. The pilots' stories of courage in the face of danger and death--including the rescue of a young Lt. George Bush--provide an inspiring theme throughout. This book is a must read for pilots and everyone else who appreciates the right stuff.
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