Fighter Escort {Tales of the RAF - BOOK TWO"

Patterson, Don

ISBN 10: 1929031092 / ISBN 13: 9781929031092

Published by Hindsight Limited, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, U.S.A., 1999

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"Captain Dawson and the rest of the Royal Air Force 14th Squadron escort a formation of American bombers flying into enemy territory.Join Harry on the airfield when the 14th Squadron's thundering fighter planes fly 'Fighter Escort' for their American allies. See how these men risk their lives to protect their country, friends, family, and their fellow fliers. These are the ordinary people who do extraordinary things. The kinds of things that make them heroes." This book has 92 pages and is illustrated throughout. The book is a SIGNED PRESENTATION copy from the author, Don Patterson. Seller Inventory # 039151

Bibliographic Details

Title: Fighter Escort {Tales of the RAF - BOOK TWO"

Publisher: Hindsight Limited, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, U.S.A.

Publication Date: 1999

Binding: Pictorial Softcover

Condition: Fine

Signed: Signed by Author

Edition: First Printing

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Synopsis:

Fighter Escort, the second book in a 6 book series "Tales of the RAF". This book tells the continuing adventures of twleve year old Harry Winslow who is growing up during World War II in the English countryside next to an RAF airfield. Captain Dawson and the rest of the 14th Squadron escort a formation of American bombers flying into enemy territory. The RAF pilots are responsible for protecting the Americans on their way to the target, and bringing them home safely! This dangerous mission will test the bravery of everyone involved. Meanwhile,young Harry Winslow "falls" into a dilemma of his own. And like the pilots he must deal with his own bravery and responsibility. Unsure what to do, Harry discovers a confidant in the colorful American, Captain Sam Ross, pilot of the Texas Buckaroo. Join Harry on the airfield when the 14th Squadron's thundering fighter planes fly "Fighter Escort" for their American allies. See how these men risk their lives to protect their ! country, friends, family and their fellow fliers. These are the ordinary people who do extraordinary things. The kinds of things that make them heroes.(46 color & b/w illustrations)

From the Publisher:

Another wonderful adventure about 12 year old Harry Winslow Filled with action, history and fantastic illustrations. With a live lesson in bravery and responsibility woven throughout.