Author: Cynthia J. Faryon
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
ISBN: 1459406095
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
More than 250,000 courageous men and women were enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II. These Canadians fought valiantly in every major air operation from the Battle of Britain to the bombing of Germany. Thousands lost their lives. Those who survived to tell their stories were forever changed. Here are some of their incredible stories.
Unsung Heroes of the RCAF
Author: Cynthia J. Faryon
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
ISBN: 1459406095
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
More than 250,000 courageous men and women were enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II. These Canadians fought valiantly in every major air operation from the Battle of Britain to the bombing of Germany. Thousands lost their lives. Those who survived to tell their stories were forever changed. Here are some of their incredible stories.
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
ISBN: 1459406095
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
More than 250,000 courageous men and women were enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II. These Canadians fought valiantly in every major air operation from the Battle of Britain to the bombing of Germany. Thousands lost their lives. Those who survived to tell their stories were forever changed. Here are some of their incredible stories.
Incredible Tales of the Royal Canadian Air Force
Author: Cynthia J. Faryon
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
ISBN: 1459406079
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
More than 250,000 courageous men and women were enlisted in the RCAF during World War II. They fought in all the major air operations. Thousands lost their lives. Only one in four aircrews completed their bomber tours: some were killed in action, some in training, others became prisoners of war. All volunteered. These are the stories of the valiant Canadians who fought in this brutal war.
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
ISBN: 1459406079
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
More than 250,000 courageous men and women were enlisted in the RCAF during World War II. They fought in all the major air operations. Thousands lost their lives. Only one in four aircrews completed their bomber tours: some were killed in action, some in training, others became prisoners of war. All volunteered. These are the stories of the valiant Canadians who fought in this brutal war.
Unsung Heroes of the Canadian Army
Author: Cynthia J. Faryon
Publisher: Formac Publishing Company
ISBN: 1459506235
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
This fully illustrated edition offers more than 50 visuals including maps, operational plans, photographs and war art related to the incredible stories of our unsung heroes. With a completely selfless indifference to enemy fire, the quiet heroes featured in this book faced danger and atrocity. With courage and audacity they fought for their lives — and they fought for ours. From the whistling of enemy shells and pounding of explosives come these inspiring stories of friendship, loyalty, determination, and bravery. Relive the events that influenced the outcome of World War II and meet the heroes who helped shape life as we know it today.
Publisher: Formac Publishing Company
ISBN: 1459506235
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
This fully illustrated edition offers more than 50 visuals including maps, operational plans, photographs and war art related to the incredible stories of our unsung heroes. With a completely selfless indifference to enemy fire, the quiet heroes featured in this book faced danger and atrocity. With courage and audacity they fought for their lives — and they fought for ours. From the whistling of enemy shells and pounding of explosives come these inspiring stories of friendship, loyalty, determination, and bravery. Relive the events that influenced the outcome of World War II and meet the heroes who helped shape life as we know it today.
Unsung Heroes of World War II
Author: Deanne Durrett
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
ISBN: 149620817X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
On February 23, 1945, U.S. Marines claimed victory in the battle of Iwo Jima, one of the most important battles in the Pacific islands during World War II. Instrumental to this defeat of Japanese forces was a group of specialized Marines involved in a secret program. Throughout the war, Japanese intelligence agencies were able to intercept and break nearly every battlefield code the United States created. The Navajo Code Talkers, however, devised a complex code based on their native language and perfected it so that messages could be coded, transmitted, and decoded in minutes. The Navajo Code was the only battlefield code that Japan never deciphered. Unsung Heroes of World War II details the history of the men who created this secret code and used it on the battlefield to help the United States win World War II in the Pacific.
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
ISBN: 149620817X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
On February 23, 1945, U.S. Marines claimed victory in the battle of Iwo Jima, one of the most important battles in the Pacific islands during World War II. Instrumental to this defeat of Japanese forces was a group of specialized Marines involved in a secret program. Throughout the war, Japanese intelligence agencies were able to intercept and break nearly every battlefield code the United States created. The Navajo Code Talkers, however, devised a complex code based on their native language and perfected it so that messages could be coded, transmitted, and decoded in minutes. The Navajo Code was the only battlefield code that Japan never deciphered. Unsung Heroes of World War II details the history of the men who created this secret code and used it on the battlefield to help the United States win World War II in the Pacific.
Gone is the Angel
Author: Robert William Forbes
Publisher: Oshawa, Ont. : 151 Chadburn Squadron
ISBN: 9780968187500
Category : Fighter pilots
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
Publisher: Oshawa, Ont. : 151 Chadburn Squadron
ISBN: 9780968187500
Category : Fighter pilots
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
Unsung Heroes of World War II
Author: Deanne Durret
Publisher: Everbind
ISBN: 9780784835401
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher: Everbind
ISBN: 9780784835401
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Incredible Adventures of Louis Riel
Author: Cat Klerks
Publisher: Heritage House Publishing Co
ISBN: 9781551539553
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
Louis Riel, perhaps the most controversial figure in Canadian history, emerged as a leader of the Metis which led to his death by hanging in 1885.
Publisher: Heritage House Publishing Co
ISBN: 9781551539553
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
Louis Riel, perhaps the most controversial figure in Canadian history, emerged as a leader of the Metis which led to his death by hanging in 1885.
Etienne Brule
Author: Gail Douglas
Publisher: Heritage House Publishing Co
ISBN: 9781551539614
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Tales of his spectacular adventures, outrageous behaviour as a scout and spy for Samuel de Champlain.
Publisher: Heritage House Publishing Co
ISBN: 9781551539614
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Tales of his spectacular adventures, outrageous behaviour as a scout and spy for Samuel de Champlain.
Pathway to the Stars
Author: Michael Hood
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
ISBN: 1487547714
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
Pathway to the Stars takes readers on a remarkable journey spanning one hundred years of the Royal Canadian Air Force. This beautifully illustrated book shares the rich history of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) on its 100th anniversary. Produced in partnership with the RCAF Foundation, Pathway to the Stars tells the story of the people, the technologies, and the events that shaped the RCAF from 1924 to 2024. Presenting 100 stories to align with 100 years of the RCAF, the book explores the many ways in which the RCAF contributed to advances in aviation over the past century, from the invention of the G-suit to the development of the first helicopter landing system on a naval ship to the design of the first flight-safety organization for investigating crashes. As we look forward to the next generation of the RCAF, Pathway to the Stars brings to light an inspirational story about Canada and its place in the world over the past century. Proceeds from this book support the ongoing programs of the RCAF Foundation, a Canadian charity that works to celebrate Canada's rich aviation history and future.
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
ISBN: 1487547714
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
Pathway to the Stars takes readers on a remarkable journey spanning one hundred years of the Royal Canadian Air Force. This beautifully illustrated book shares the rich history of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) on its 100th anniversary. Produced in partnership with the RCAF Foundation, Pathway to the Stars tells the story of the people, the technologies, and the events that shaped the RCAF from 1924 to 2024. Presenting 100 stories to align with 100 years of the RCAF, the book explores the many ways in which the RCAF contributed to advances in aviation over the past century, from the invention of the G-suit to the development of the first helicopter landing system on a naval ship to the design of the first flight-safety organization for investigating crashes. As we look forward to the next generation of the RCAF, Pathway to the Stars brings to light an inspirational story about Canada and its place in the world over the past century. Proceeds from this book support the ongoing programs of the RCAF Foundation, a Canadian charity that works to celebrate Canada's rich aviation history and future.
Edwin Alonzo Boyd
Author: Nate Hendley
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
ISBN: 1459405471
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 119
Book Description
Edwin Boyd woke up, rolled out of bed, and got ready to rob his first bank. He began his preparations by disguising himself. He shoved wads of cotton into his cheeks and nostrils, smeared black mascara on his eyebrows, and rubbed rouge on his cheeks. This book will be especially fascinating for all readers interested in: history, biography, true crime. Toronto's dashing "Gentleman Bank Robber" was a charismatic felon who masterminded a series of daring robberies with his legendary gang. The most famous bank robber Canada has ever produced was responsible for a three-year crime spree which caught the public's imagination and made him an instant celebrity.
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
ISBN: 1459405471
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 119
Book Description
Edwin Boyd woke up, rolled out of bed, and got ready to rob his first bank. He began his preparations by disguising himself. He shoved wads of cotton into his cheeks and nostrils, smeared black mascara on his eyebrows, and rubbed rouge on his cheeks. This book will be especially fascinating for all readers interested in: history, biography, true crime. Toronto's dashing "Gentleman Bank Robber" was a charismatic felon who masterminded a series of daring robberies with his legendary gang. The most famous bank robber Canada has ever produced was responsible for a three-year crime spree which caught the public's imagination and made him an instant celebrity.