The High Aces: French, American, British, Italian & Belgian Pilots of the First World War 1914-18 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781846779558)

Accounts of the 'Knights of the Sky' in the Great War

For those interested in the most outstanding airmen of the Great War, this book will a highly satisfying read. The author has chronicled the aces of the allied forces and has enhanced his narrative with riveting accounts and first hand experiences and reports of the 'High Aces' in action. Within these pages the reader will discover the exploits of the Lafayette Escadrille, Roland Garros-possibly the first Ace, Guynemer, Lufbery, Fonck, Pinsard and many others of varied nationalities. The valiant flyers of the bomber force are also covered as is the contribution made by American pilots. The appendix includes a list of the Aces of all nations with their 'kills' and much other vital information. Available in soft cover and hard cover with dust jacket. A must for every one interested in the dogfights over the trenches.

Author: Laurence La Tourette Driggs
ISBN-10: 1846779553
ISBN-13: 9781846779558
Publisher: Leonaur Ltd
Language: English
Published: 03/16/2010
Pages: 280
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.79lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.63d