The War in the Air; Vol. 1 by Sir Walter Alexander Raleigh
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| Author | Raleigh, Walter Alexander, Sir, 1861-1922 |
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| Title |
The War in the Air; Vol. 1
The Part played in the Great War by the Royal Air Force |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Christine P.
Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The War in the Air; Vol. 1" by Walter Raleigh is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The volume examines the critical role of the Royal Air Force and the evolution of aerial warfare during the Great War. It likely explores the technological advancements and accounts of the men who contributed to military aviation, detailing their bravery and experiences in conflict. The opening of the book sets the tone for a detailed analysis of the air war's historical context and origins. It discusses the significance of the air forces in World War I alongside the development of flying technology from early balloon ascents to the pioneering efforts of figures like the Wright brothers. Raleigh emphasizes the meticulous research and documentation that informs the narrative, aiming to honor the contributions of the lesser-known individuals who played a crucial part in the evolution of aviation. This introduction establishes a framework for exploring not just the events of the war, but also the scientific and human elements that shaped aerial combat. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | Great Britain. Royal Air Force |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Aerial operations, British |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28226 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 214 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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