First to Fly

The Story of the Lafayette Escadrille, the American Heroes Who Flew for France in World War I

Autori

• Charles Bracelen Flood

Parametri

• 288 pagine
• 11 ore di lettura

• Guerre
• Narrativa
• Prosa di guerra
• Saggistica
• Storia

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The narrative explores the transformative impact of World War I on aviation, highlighting how the conflict led to significant advancements in aircraft design and production. It focuses on the Lafayette Escadrille, a group of American pilots who fought in French planes and epitomized a unique brand of heroism prior to the U.S. entering the war. Historian Charles Bracelen Flood provides an engaging account of these daring individuals, illustrating their pivotal role in shaping the future of both transportation and military aviation.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2016

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