Author: Mike Westrop
Publisher: Schiffer Military History
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
"No.10 Squadron of England's Royal Naval Air Service was formed at St. Pol, a suburb of Dunkerque, in February 1917, as part of the rapid naval aviation expansion programme required by the Royal Naval Air Service's commitment to assist the Royal Flying Cor"
A History of No. 10 Squadron
Author: Mike Westrop
Publisher: Schiffer Military History
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
"No.10 Squadron of England's Royal Naval Air Service was formed at St. Pol, a suburb of Dunkerque, in February 1917, as part of the rapid naval aviation expansion programme required by the Royal Naval Air Service's commitment to assist the Royal Flying Cor"
Publisher: Schiffer Military History
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
"No.10 Squadron of England's Royal Naval Air Service was formed at St. Pol, a suburb of Dunkerque, in February 1917, as part of the rapid naval aviation expansion programme required by the Royal Naval Air Service's commitment to assist the Royal Flying Cor"
"Maritime is Number Ten"
Author: Kevin E. Baff
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780959239607
Category : World War, 1939-1945
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780959239607
Category : World War, 1939-1945
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description
The Handley Page Victor: The History & Development of a Classic Jet
Author: Roger Brooks
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
ISBN: 1783460180
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
The first volume of Roger Brooks detailed reference to the Victor covers the conception, design and test-flying of the prototype HP 80 and then the production and operation of the Mark 1 in its many roles. This second volume completes the history of the aircraft by describing the improved Mark 2 that was primarily conceived to carry Britains Blue Steel nuclear deterrent. The aircraft was to be re-engined with the Rolls-Royce Conway and the enlargement of the air intakes in the wing are one of the more noticeable external differences on these models. When the V-Bomber Force lost its primary raison detre as the delivery vehicle for the nuclear deterrent, the Victors were adapted for the air-to-air refueling tanker role, a task they successfully carried out until their airframe life was exhausted.This volume also includes lengthy appendices on all Marks that include a mass of detailed historical information, the testing of many new systems, modifications throughout service life, the authors first-hand experiences as a Victor crew chief, operational records and a complete list of all Victor accidents with a detailed analysis and official reports.
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
ISBN: 1783460180
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
The first volume of Roger Brooks detailed reference to the Victor covers the conception, design and test-flying of the prototype HP 80 and then the production and operation of the Mark 1 in its many roles. This second volume completes the history of the aircraft by describing the improved Mark 2 that was primarily conceived to carry Britains Blue Steel nuclear deterrent. The aircraft was to be re-engined with the Rolls-Royce Conway and the enlargement of the air intakes in the wing are one of the more noticeable external differences on these models. When the V-Bomber Force lost its primary raison detre as the delivery vehicle for the nuclear deterrent, the Victors were adapted for the air-to-air refueling tanker role, a task they successfully carried out until their airframe life was exhausted.This volume also includes lengthy appendices on all Marks that include a mass of detailed historical information, the testing of many new systems, modifications throughout service life, the authors first-hand experiences as a Victor crew chief, operational records and a complete list of all Victor accidents with a detailed analysis and official reports.
The Development of British Naval Aviation, 1914–1918
Author: Alexander Howlett
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000387615
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 277
Book Description
The Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) revolutionized warfare at sea, on land, and in the air. This little-known naval aviation organization introduced and operationalized aircraft carrier strike, aerial anti-submarine warfare, strategic bombing, and the air defence of the British Isles more than 20 years before the outbreak of the Second World War. Traditionally marginalized in a literature dominated by the Royal Flying Corps and the Royal Air Force, the RNAS and its innovative practitioners, nevertheless, shaped the fundamentals of air power and contributed significantly to the Allied victory in the First World War. The Development of British Naval Aviation utilizes archival documents and newly published research to resurrect the legacy of the RNAS and demonstrate its central role in Britain’s war effort.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000387615
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 277
Book Description
The Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) revolutionized warfare at sea, on land, and in the air. This little-known naval aviation organization introduced and operationalized aircraft carrier strike, aerial anti-submarine warfare, strategic bombing, and the air defence of the British Isles more than 20 years before the outbreak of the Second World War. Traditionally marginalized in a literature dominated by the Royal Flying Corps and the Royal Air Force, the RNAS and its innovative practitioners, nevertheless, shaped the fundamentals of air power and contributed significantly to the Allied victory in the First World War. The Development of British Naval Aviation utilizes archival documents and newly published research to resurrect the legacy of the RNAS and demonstrate its central role in Britain’s war effort.
In Clouds of Glory
Author: James J. Hudson
Publisher: University of Arkansas Press
ISBN: 9781557281241
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
Profiles the twenty-eight Americans who joined the Royal Air Force and became aces during the first World War
Publisher: University of Arkansas Press
ISBN: 9781557281241
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
Profiles the twenty-eight Americans who joined the Royal Air Force and became aces during the first World War
Diary of R.C.A.F. Serviceman Michael Kutyn
Author: Greg Kutyn
Publisher: Greg Kutyn
ISBN: 0981211003
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 247
Book Description
“A life story, beautifully narrated and illustrated with a wealth of photos and maps, is a captivating account of the drama of the twentieth century. From your proud roots in a devoted family of immigrants to the Canadian West, through your dedicated sacrifices during World War II, to your present status as a venerated patriarch of a lovely family and an honoured citizen of Canada, the Diary has a personal feel to it, even though it offers a panoramic sweep through events that shaped the contemporary world. I confess that when I began to read the book this afternoon, I could not put it down until I had reached the final pages
Publisher: Greg Kutyn
ISBN: 0981211003
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 247
Book Description
“A life story, beautifully narrated and illustrated with a wealth of photos and maps, is a captivating account of the drama of the twentieth century. From your proud roots in a devoted family of immigrants to the Canadian West, through your dedicated sacrifices during World War II, to your present status as a venerated patriarch of a lovely family and an honoured citizen of Canada, the Diary has a personal feel to it, even though it offers a panoramic sweep through events that shaped the contemporary world. I confess that when I began to read the book this afternoon, I could not put it down until I had reached the final pages
Bomber Squadron
Author: Martyn R. Ford-Jones
Publisher: Fonthill Media
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
— Previously unpublished personal diaries reveal the day-to-day life of British aircrews during the Second World War, based on their personal diaries, which were written at the time — Revisiting a revised look at a popular out of print publication with fresh material such as new characters and chapters — Historically rich in detail with previously unpublished photographs of many of the characters involved — A welcome return of an updated version of a book first published over thirty years During the Second World War, thousands of young men volunteered for service with the RAF. Some became fighter pilots, but a great many more were destined to be trained as bomber aircrew – pilots, navigators, wireless operators, bomb aimers, gunners and flight engineers. On completion of their training, a number of these recruits were posted to XV Squadron, a highly-regarded frontline bomber squadron, which had been formed during the First World War. Bomber Squadron: Men Who Flew with XV Squadron relates the personal stories of a small number of these men, giving an insight to their anxious moments when flying on operational sorties, staring death in the face in the form of prowling night-fighters and ground fire, and relaxing during their off-duty hours. The book also reveals the motivations, emotions and personal attitudes of these men who flew into combat on an almost nightly basis. Their stories encompass the whole six years of the war where XV Squadron flew various bomber types, including Fairey Battles, Bristol Blenheims, Vickers Wellingtons, Short Stirlings and Avro Lancasters.
Publisher: Fonthill Media
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
— Previously unpublished personal diaries reveal the day-to-day life of British aircrews during the Second World War, based on their personal diaries, which were written at the time — Revisiting a revised look at a popular out of print publication with fresh material such as new characters and chapters — Historically rich in detail with previously unpublished photographs of many of the characters involved — A welcome return of an updated version of a book first published over thirty years During the Second World War, thousands of young men volunteered for service with the RAF. Some became fighter pilots, but a great many more were destined to be trained as bomber aircrew – pilots, navigators, wireless operators, bomb aimers, gunners and flight engineers. On completion of their training, a number of these recruits were posted to XV Squadron, a highly-regarded frontline bomber squadron, which had been formed during the First World War. Bomber Squadron: Men Who Flew with XV Squadron relates the personal stories of a small number of these men, giving an insight to their anxious moments when flying on operational sorties, staring death in the face in the form of prowling night-fighters and ground fire, and relaxing during their off-duty hours. The book also reveals the motivations, emotions and personal attitudes of these men who flew into combat on an almost nightly basis. Their stories encompass the whole six years of the war where XV Squadron flew various bomber types, including Fairey Battles, Bristol Blenheims, Vickers Wellingtons, Short Stirlings and Avro Lancasters.
Air Force Magazine
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aeronautics
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aeronautics
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
The History of Operation Iraqi Freedom
Author: Edward Emering
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1300360399
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
This work provides a complete review of Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2003 to its official conclusion on September 1, 2010. It covers all combatant nation detailing their contributions, assignments in Iraq and their awards. Many of the images have been contributed by the participants themselves and detail numerous many never before seen awards.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1300360399
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
This work provides a complete review of Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2003 to its official conclusion on September 1, 2010. It covers all combatant nation detailing their contributions, assignments in Iraq and their awards. Many of the images have been contributed by the participants themselves and detail numerous many never before seen awards.
Over the Front
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : World War, 1914-1918
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : World War, 1914-1918
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description