Images of America: Cleveland's National Air Races

Thomas G. Matowitz Jr.

ISBN 10: 0738539961 / ISBN 13: 9780738539966

Published by Arcadia Publishing, Charleston, SC, 2005

About this Item

First edition. Fine, fresh, unused copy. Softcover. 128 pp with black and white photographs. The National Air Paces, held in Cleveland between 1929 and 1949, collectively represent one of the most significant aviation events of the 20th century. This book reinforces the memories of those who saw the races firsthand and pique the interest of those who always wished they had.

Seller Inventory # E35773

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Images of America: Cleveland's National Air Races
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing, Charleston, SC
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0738539961
• ISBN 13: 9780738539966
• Binding: Softcover
• Edition: First edition.
• Condition: Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Aviation

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Synopsis

Enthusiasm for aviation exploded after Charles Lindbergh's solo flight across the Atlantic in May 1927. The National Air Races, held in Cleveland between 1929 and 1949, collectively represent one of the most significant aviation events of the 20th century. Cleveland's newly constructed municipal airport, the world's largest airport facility at the time, along with its permanent 50,000-seat bleachers, won the city hosting rights to the event. The National Air Races captivated the public during the grim years of the Great Depression and provided a showcase for many aviation innovations including retractable landing gear, low-wing monoplanes, aircooled engines, and careful streamlining. A deadly crash ended the National Air Races more than 50 years ago, but the races made an unforgettable impression. This book should reinforce the memories of those who saw the races firsthand and pique the interest of those who have always wished they had.

About the Author

Employed as an educator for more than 20 years, Thomas G. Matowitz Jr. is a licensed pilot with a lifelong interest in aviation history. He currently flies a restored Piper L-4J, a liaison plane that saw combat in Italy during the final days of World War II.