McWhorter, Hamilton

The First Hellcat Ace

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ISBN 13:: 9781636244099
author:: McWhorter, Hamilton
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Casemate Publishers
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 240
Dimensions:: 23.5 x 16.1 x 2.4 centimetres (0
Genre:: Biography
Condition:: New
supplier_id:: 65
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Hamilton McWhorter III's memoir is a candid account of his service in World War II. As a naval aviation cadet, he recounts his experiences as a carrier pilot, focusing on the realities of life and duty rather than seeking glory. McWhorter's story begins with the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, which prompted him to undergo training as a fighter pilot. He eventually became one of the first pilots to fly the Grumman F6F Hellcat, a plane that would play a crucial role in the Pacific air war. McWhorter's combat service, spanning from early 1942 to the end of the war, earned him the distinction of being the first ace in the Hellcat. This memoir offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant conflicts of the 20th century, and is a worthwhile read for those interested in the history of aviation and military service during World War II.

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