Air Men Behind the Medals

Air Men Behind the Medals by GRAHAM PITCHFORK


Authors
GRAHAM PITCHFORK
ISBN
9781473828155
Published
Binding
Hardcover
Pages
256
Dimensions
156 x 234mm

Of the many human characteristics, few evoke greater admiration and respect than gallantry in the service of one's country. Here, Graham Pitchfork describes the outstanding bravery of twenty-one air men who served in the Royal Air Force and the Fleet Air Arm during the Second World War. These accounts encompass most theatres of operation as well as a host of aircraft types and aircrew categories. Accounts of the gallantry of those who served on the ground in support of flying operations are also relayed in this substantial anthology. The book explores the gallantry of airmen who fought in a variety of contexts, including that band of men who are so often forgotten, the Burma veterans. A gallant RAF sergeant and an RAF doctor who cared for and inspired fellow prisoners in Japanese camps are both included here, as are stories relating the extreme bravery of a Fleet Air Arm pilot, a Pathfinder pilot and a Typhoon wing leader. The valorous acts of these airmen serve as inspirational examples to a new generation of flying men and women. Graham Pitchfork extracts the drama and poignancy of their tales, enlivening them to great effect in this riveting publication that is sure to appeal broadly to enthusiasts of the era. SELLING POINTS: ? A compendium of fascinating tales of heroism in the skies during the Second World War. ? Illustrated extensively throughout. ? Celebrates the heroism of day and night fighter pilots, as well as Burma veterans, flying doctors and Pathfinder pilots, amongst many others. Illustrated throughout
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