Our Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines

A history of Britain's flying forces, this book examines the first hundred years of the Royal Flying Corps and the Royal Air Force, focusing on the heroic exploits of the magnificent men who flew the military flying machines, in particular, those who took to the skies over Europe during the two World Wars. The dashing fighters aces who faced The Red Baron and his colleagues during the First World War, when flying was still in its pioneering infancy; the daring exploits of 'The Few' - the Battle of Britain fighter pilots praised by Churchill: and the massive sacrifice of the too-often forgotten heroes of Bomber Command, including the renowned Dambusters: all are included in this full colour, illustrated volume. In support of Help for Heroes, are 6 tracks from the new album from the Royal Air Force Squadronaires and Todd Gordon.