Army Wings: A History Of Army Air Observation Flying 1914-1960 (2006) By Robert Jackson
 
This is the fascinating story of army fixed-wing co-operation units that were made up of specially trained volunteer army personnel. These men were trained to fly, to reconnoitre across the front line in search of enemy forces and then guide artillery gunners onto the target. From its earliest days in World War I, small, low-flying aircraft have flown unarmed into combat and relayed vital information to aid accurate fall of shot and to advise front-line ground troops of enemy strength and position. They were frequently attacked by fighter aircraft and had to avoid ground fire, often flying below treetop height. They relied purely on flying skill to outwit the enemy, and yet little is known of these unsung heroes of many wars. This book redresses the balance. 
 
Hard Cover With Dust Jacket
176 pages 
In Good Condition