April 12, 2024
book fighter pilot A personal record of the battle in France in his own words
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This book was wrote by a Flight Lieutenant in the R.A.F His personal record of the experiences of a fighter pilot during the French Campaign 1939-1940 in his own words. In its simplicity and accuracy, the publisher believes that it is the best picture yet given of the life and work of the R.A.F on active service and in battle. I was curious and needed to know who wrote this book as it was Originally published anonymously in 1941, found this information for you,) this was the first and finest story of a fighter pilot in World War Two. Based on the author's personal journal, it is the classic account of the part played by RAF No.1 Squadron in the air battles that preceded the fall of France in 1940. Beginning on the day the squadron arrived in France, the book recounts the unnerving lull of the 'Sitzkrieg' and the sudden crescendo of violence and crushing fatigue of almost non-stop combats during the 'Blitzkrieg'. Imbued with the Great War traditions of chivalry, Richey and his comrades accorded the enemy fighter squadron mercy and respect, until the disillusion of witnessing the Luftwaffe's callous attacks on helpless refugees changed all that. It was then that the skills and elan of the RAF's premier fighter squadron were turned to even greater account, and the result was a remarkable combat record. By the time they withdrew from
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