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- 1633880222
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- 9781633880221
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Prometheus Books, Publishers
ISBN-10
1633880222
ISBN-13
9781633880221
eBay Product ID (ePID)
204269548
Product Key Features
Book Title
Yanks in the RAF : The Story of Maverick Pilots and American Volunteers Who Joined Britain's Fight in WWII
Number of Pages
281 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2015
Topic
Military / World War II, International Relations / General, Military / Aviation, Europe / Great Britain / General, Military
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Political Science, Biography & Autobiography, History
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
0 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
6.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2015-000803
Reviews
"An accomplished storyteller has done it again! In clear, crisp prose, David Alan Johnson recounts the epic story of the RAF Eagle Squadrons in World War II. Well researched and illustrated, this is an exciting exploration of American heroes who braved the skies of war-torn Europe during the darkest days of the conflict with Nazi Germany--a tremendous read." --Michael E. Haskew, author of West Point 1915 and Appomattox , and editor of WWII History Magazine " Yanks in the RAF tells the fascinating story of the war in the air, and it gains in immediacy and interest with the action often being retold in the words of the participants. Johnson aptly describes how unfamiliar each side was with the other when the first American pilots joined the RAF, and he details the problems the British officers had in dealing with their unruly new recruits. . . . A fascinating account . . . ." --Peter Hammond, English historian "This is a book about bucking the system, merging cultures, and fighting the good fight. With Britain facing down the Germans at the dawn of WWII in Europe, Americans who wanted to help as volunteer pilots in the RAF faced numerous obstacles. . . But in the end, some hundreds of young Americans fought beside their British counterparts as they waited for the US to enter the war. Not all of them made it home, as indicated by a plaque in Saint Paul's Cathedral in London, which says of one: 'An American citizen who died that England might live.' An important and little-told story, David Alan Johnson's Yanks in the RAF finally sheds some light on this European counterpart to Chennault's Flying Tigers." --Rod L. Pyle, author of Curiosity , writer/director of Tarawa: War without Mercy , and NASA historian Praise for David Alan Johnson's Decided on the Battlefield : "An engaging narrative, solid research, and command of detail all do great credit to the significance of this topic in Civil War historiography. Highly recommended to all devotees of Civil War history." -- Library Journal "Historians will appreciate this excellently researched book for its level of insight, while casual readers will enjoy Johnson's deft narrative management of battles and strategy." -- Publishers Weekly "[A] fast-paced, entertaining, narrative recounting of Grant's and Sherman's whereabouts in the months leading up to the election, and an easy read for those interested in learning more about the critical battles that aided Lincoln's re-election." -- New Jersey Star-Ledger, Praise for David Alan Johnson's Decided on the Battlefield : "An engaging narrative, solid research, and command of detail all do great credit to the significance of this topic in Civil War historiography. Highly recommended to all devotees of Civil War history." -- Library Journal "In a fascinating epilogue, Johnson illustrates the dire implications of a McClellan win. Historians will appreciate this excellently researched book for its level of insight, while casual readers will enjoy Johnson's deft narrative management of battles and strategy." -- Publishers Weekly "[A] fast-paced, entertaining, narrative recounting of Grant's and Sherman's whereabouts in the months leading up to the election, and an easy read for those interested in learning more about the critical battles that aided Lincoln's re-election." -- New Jersey Star-Ledger "With lively narration of Union victories at Mobile and the Shenandoah Valley, Johnson delivers a readable account of the unlikely revival of Lincoln's electoral prospects." -- Booklist "For students, general readers, and anyone curious about a pivotal wartime election, Johnson's dramatic story will be a fine introduction." -- The Historian, ""An accomplished storyteller has done it again! In clear, crisp prose, David Alan Johnson recounts the epic story of the RAF Eagle Squadrons in World War II. Well researched and illustrated, this is an exciting exploration of American heroes who braved the skies of war-torn Europe during the darkest days of the conflict with Nazi Germany--a tremendous read." --Michael E. Haskew, author of West Point 1915 and Appomattox, and editor of WWII History Magazine "Yanks in the RAF tells the fascinating story of the war in the air, and it gains in immediacy and interest with the action often being retold in the words of the participants. Johnson aptly describes how unfamiliar each side was with the other when the first American pilots joined the RAF, and he details the problems the British officers had in dealing with their unruly new recruits. . . . A fascinating account . . . ." --Peter Hammond, English historian "This is a book about bucking the system, merging cultures, and fighting the good fight. With Britain facing down the Germans at the dawn of WWII in Europe, Americans who wanted to help as volunteer pilots in the RAF faced numerous obstacles. . . But in the end, some hundreds of young Americans fought beside their British counterparts as they waited for the US to enter the war. Not all of them made it home, as indicated by a plaque in Saint Paul's Cathedral in London, which says of one: 'An American citizen who died that England might live.' An important and little-told story, David Alan Johnson's Yanks in the RAF finally sheds some light on this European counterpart to Chennault's Flying Tigers." --Rod L. Pyle, author of Curiosity, writer/director of Tarawa: War without Mercy, and NASA historian Praise for David Alan Johnson's Decided on the Battlefield:"An engaging narrative, solid research, and command of detail all do great credit to the significance of this topic in Civil War historiography. Highly recommended to all devotees of Civil War history." --Library Journal"Historians will appreciate this excellently researched book for its level of insight, while casual readers will enjoy Johnson's deft narrative management of battles and strategy." --Publishers Weekly"[A] fast-paced, entertaining, narrative recounting of Grant's and Sherman's whereabouts in the months leading up to the election, and an easy read for those interested in learning more about the critical battles that aided Lincoln's re-election." --New Jersey Star-Ledger
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
940.54/4941092313
Synopsis
This is the story of American volunteer pilots who risked their lives in defense of Britain during the earliest days of World War II-more than a year before Pearl Harbor, whenthe United States first became embroiled in the global conflict. Based on interviews, diaries, personal documents, and research in British, American, and German archives, the author has created a colorful portrait of this small group who were our nation's first combatants in World War II. As the author's research shows, their motives were various: some were idealistic; others were simply restless and looking for adventure. And though the British air force needed pilots, cultural conflicts between the raw American recruits and their reserved British commanders soon became evident. Prejudices on both sides and lack of communication had to be overcome. Eventually, the American pilots were assembled into three squadrons known as the Eagle squadrons. They saw action and suffered casualties in both England and France, notably in the attack on Dieppe. By September 1942, after America had entered the war, these now experienced pilots were transferred to the US air force, bringing their expertise and their British Spitfires with them. As much social as military history, Yanks in the RAF sheds new light on a little-known chapter of World War II and the earliest days of the sometimes fractious British-American alliance., This is the story of American volunteer pilots who risked their lives in defense of Britain during the earliest days of World War II-more than a year before Pearl Harbor, whenathe United States first became embroiled in the global conflict. Based on interviews, diaries, personal documents, and research in British, American, and German archives, the author has created a colorful portrait of this small group who were our nation's first combatants in World War II. As the author's research shows, their motives were various- some were idealistic; others were simply restless and looking for adventure. And though the British air force needed pilots, cultural conflicts between the raw American recruits and their reserved British commanders soon became evident. Prejudices on both sides and lack of communication had to be overcome.aa Eventually, the American pilots were assembled into three squadrons known as the Eagle squadrons. They saw action and suffered casualties in both England and France, notably in the attack on Dieppe.a By September 1942, after America had entered the war, these now experienced pilots were transferred to the US air force, bringing their expertise and their British Spitfires with them. As much social as military history, Yanks in the RAF sheds new light on a little-known chapter of World War II and the earliest days of the sometimes fractious British-American alliance., This is the story of American volunteer pilots who risked their lives in defense of Britain during the earliest days of World War II-more than a year before Pearl Harbor, whenathe United States first became embroiled in the global conflict. Based on interviews, diaries, personal documents, and research in British, American, and German archives, ......, This is the story of American volunteer pilots who risked their lives in defense of Britain during the earliest days of World War II--more than a year before Pearl Harbor, when the United States first became embroiled in the global conflict. Based on interviews, diaries, personal documents, and research in British, American, and German archives, the author has created a colorful portrait of this small group who were our nation's first combatants in World War II.As the author's research shows, their motives were various: some were idealistic; others were simply restless and looking for adventure. And though the British air force needed pilots, cultural conflicts between the raw American recruits and their reserved British commanders soon became evident. Prejudices on both sides and lack of communication had to be overcome. Eventually, the American pilots were assembled into three squadrons known as the Eagle squadrons. They saw action and suffered casualties in both England and France, notably in the attack on Dieppe. By September 1942, after America had entered the war, these now experienced pilots were transferred to the US air force, bringing their expertise and their British Spitfires with them.As much social as military history, Yanks in the RAF sheds new light on a little-known chapter of World War II and the earliest days of the sometimes fractious British-American alliance.
LC Classification Number
D786.J594 2015
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- r***1 (177)- Votos emitidos por el comprador.Mes pasadoCompra verificadaThe book was exactly as described and arrived quickly. The only problem is a recurring one with this seller and other similar sellers - the book is poorly packaged in a plastic envelope and gets heavily bumped in shipping. I would like to see the books wrapped before shipment, but I understand this can't be done for cost reason. Luckily it isn't an expensive book, and I will continue to purchase basic books from this seller. A+++++
- 4***1 (1637)- Votos emitidos por el comprador.Mes pasadoCompra verificadaBook arrived quickly and is pretty close to "Very Good" description. Value priced and I'm glad I made the purchase as this is an excellent read. However, the book was mailed loose inside an over-sized plastic bag without any protection. Wrapped in a bubble wrap jacket would be a big help. A book can take a beating in USPS transit without some buffer. I can't tell if the bumps and dings were original or occurred in transit. I'd prefer to pay for shipping than have it sent with no protection.