Aircraft In War (1914)

By Eric Stuart Bruce

Book Overview

Aircraft In War is a historical book written by Eric Stuart Bruce and published in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the use of aircraft in war, from the early days of aviation to the beginning of World War I. It covers the development of aircraft technology, the use of aircraft for reconnaissance and observation, and the role of aircraft in combat.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of aircraft in war. The first chapter provides an introduction to the history of aviation and the development of aircraft technology. The second chapter focuses on the use of aircraft for reconnaissance and observation, including the use of balloons, airships, and early airplanes.The third chapter covers the role of aircraft in combat, including the use of airplanes for bombing and strafing. The fourth chapter discusses the challenges of training pilots and the development of aerial tactics. The final chapter provides an overview of the state of aviation at the outbreak of World War I.Throughout the book, Bruce provides detailed descriptions of aircraft and their capabilities, as well as accounts of notable historical events involving aircraft in war. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations to help readers visualize the aircraft and their uses.Overall, Aircraft In War is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of aviation and the role of aircraft in war. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the early days of aviation and the development of aircraft technology, as well as the challenges and opportunities presented by the use of aircraft in war.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104608774
• ISBN13: 9781104608774
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 206 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"