Trevor, Elleston

Squadron Airborne (Imperial War Museum Wartime Classics)

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ISBN 13:: 9781912423279
author:: Trevor, Elleston
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Imperial War Museum
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2020
Pages:: 224
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, War & Military, ,
Condition:: New
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Squadron Airborne by Elleston Trevor is a gripping novelization of one unforgettable week during the Battle of Britain in 1940. Based on the author's own experiences as an RAF Flight Engineer, this book brings to life the intense work of ground crew and staff who supported the pilots in their fight against the Luftwaffe. The story unfolds over a pivotal summer period, showcasing the bravery and skill of those involved in the battle. With its vivid portrayal of the events leading up to one of history's greatest aerial battles, Squadron Airborne is a compelling read for anyone interested in military history or the Second World War era. Originally published in 1955, this repackaged edition marks an important anniversary, accompanied by a contextual introduction from an Imperial War Museums historian.

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