The picture sections focus very heavily on the aces themselves, with a mix of formal portraits and less structures pictures taken around their aircraft. A smaller number of photos look at the aircraft themselves, including some of the ace's victories. Each picture is supported by a useful caption.

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History of War

This book will give the beginner a very sound start while also holding the attention of the expert.

Flightpath Magazine

Filled with interesting details as expected from Franks.
It would give the beginner a very sound start, while holding the attention of the expert.

Aircrew Book Review

Well-recommended

Over the Front

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Sussex Local Magazine

This is a book that can be enjoyed by a straightforward read or from any point the reader chooses. The pictures tell as good a story as the narrative and each complements the other. This is a welcome addition to the literature, hopefully to be followed by a second volume covering the remainder of the conflict.

The Past in Reviews

This book captures the essence of the early years of aerial combat in WWI and will be greatly appreciated by enthusiasts, scholars, and those developing an interest in aerial combat.

Firetrench

Norman Franks is one of the reliable historians we are lucky to have and he pops up here with a genuinely charming and engaging photo album of the Great War aces. ... This is a wonderful book. As ever, the accompanying text does the business in support of a genuinely beautiful collection of portraits and snaps of aces from across the conflict.

War History Online