[b]Richard K. Parkhurst[/b]
A very interesting book, well worth reading.
IPMS Portsmouth
[b]Richard K. Parkhurst[/b]
A very interesting book, well worth reading.
IPMS Portsmouth
[b]Review by Eric Probert[/b]
There have been many books written on Bader- Amazon suggests at least 15 alternative titles – but I don't think any other biographer had such a close personal relationship with Bader than John Rayne Turner. Within these 252 pages with 21 black and white illustrations is a fitting tribute to this inspirational and courageous leader both in war and peace. You will learn not only of a hero and great tactical leader but also of a sometimes difficult and overbearing person whose strengths outweighed his weaknesses.
The newsletter of the North Weald Airfield Museum Association
[b]Review by Eric Probert[/b]
There have been many books written on Bader- Amazon suggests at least 15 alternative titles – but I don't think any other biographer had such a close personal relationship with Bader than John Rayne Turner. Within these 252 pages with 21 black and white illustrations is a fitting tribute to this inspirational and courageous leader both in war and peace. You will learn not only of a hero and great tactical leader but also of a sometimes difficult and overbearing person whose strengths outweighed his weaknesses.
The newsletter of the North Weald Airfield Museum Association
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The book, published by Pen & Sword Air World, cannot be missing on the shelves of any aviation enthusiast of the Second World War because it describes an unusual experience in a little known war theater.
Read the full Italian review [link=https://oldbarbedwire.blogspot.com/2020/10/thunderbolts-over-burma-pilots-war.html?m=0]here[/link]
On The Old Barbed Wire
The book, published by Pen & Sword Air World, cannot be missing on the shelves of any aviation enthusiast of the Second World War because it describes an unusual experience in a little known war theater.
Read the full Italian review [link=https://oldbarbedwire.blogspot.com/2020/10/thunderbolts-over-burma-pilots-war.html?m=0]here[/link]
On The Old Barbed Wire
Sutton’s observations on everything from the politics of the Spanish civil war to the social barriers in the wardroom are fascinating. The account of the turmoil caused by insensitive handling of the Invergordon mutiny and its subsequent impact on Sutton personally and the Navy’s approach to divisional matters are a good insight into contemporary naval life. There are also some good photos from Sutton’s own albums. I enjoyed the book.
Warship World
Sutton’s observations on everything from the politics of the Spanish civil war to the social barriers in the wardroom are fascinating. The account of the turmoil caused by insensitive handling of the Invergordon mutiny and its subsequent impact on Sutton personally and the Navy’s approach to divisional matters are a good insight into contemporary naval life. There are also some good photos from Sutton’s own albums. I enjoyed the book.
Warship World
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On Laughter-Silvered Wings
This is the thoroughly researched account of the life and times of a South African WW2 pilot, the author's father, Ted. It is highly personal, drawing on family history and changing lifestyles as the central figure fights his way through a series of experiences, flying coastal strike missions in the Mediterranean and North Africa, then in the Far East… Read more...
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Alan Bristow: Helicopter Pioneer
Alan Bristow, founder of Bristow Helicopters, died seven days after completing his autobiography. He was a truly remarkable man; his full-page obituary was published in The Times and The Daily Telegraph. As a merchant navy officer cadet during the war Bristow survived two sinkings, played a part in the evacuation of Rangoon and was credited with shooting… Read more...
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Back Bearings
Eric Cropper's RAF career started in 1943 and ended in 1968. It covered a period when the navigation of aircraft changed from astro, dead reckoning and drift bearings all plotted by pencil on charts, to press-button radio and satellite information that can instantly pinpoint a position anywhere on the planet to within 5 metres. The then vital skills… Read more...
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Alone I Fly
After several years at sea, Sgt Bill Bailey arrived in Cairo in 1942 as a new recruit to the RAF, hoping to fulfill his ambition to fly bombers. Within hours of his arrival he is sent on his first bombing mission as second pilot in a 104 Squadron Wellington. The aircraft was hit by enemy gunfire and suffered continual loss of altitude as it struggled… Read more...
