Fight for the Air: Allied Air Battles in World War II

By John Frayn Turner

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."

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1557502870
• ISBN13: 9781557502872
• Release Date: April 2000
• Publisher: Naval Institute Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.4" x 9.5"