Description The Eagle Squadrons: Yanks in the RAF 1940-1942 by Vern Haugland. Hardcover book club edition with dust jacket, published by Ziff-Davis / Flying Books, copyright 1979.
A WWII aviation history title about the American pilots who served in the Royal Air Force before the United States entered World War II. Covers the formation, service, combat experience, and legacy of the Eagle Squadrons, including Squadrons No. 71, 121, and 133.
Includes foreword by Lt. General Ira C. Eaker, special preface by Lord Martonmere, black-and-white photos and illustrations, table of contents, in memoriam section, acknowledgments, and full index. A strong title for readers interested in WWII aviation, RAF history, American volunteer pilots, Battle of Britain-era aviation, and early American involvement against the Luftwaffe.
Approx. 6" x 8.5". 202 pages. Printed in the USA.
Condition Vintage, pre-owned hardcover with dust jacket. Boards are beautiful, close to like new, with bright spine lettering. Binding is solid and pages are clean and unmarked.
Page edges and the inside front and back covers show very light foxing. Dust jacket shows wear, rubbing, edge wear, faded spine, and numerous small tears, as shown. One upper dust jacket tear has been neatly repaired with tape from the underside.
Why Buy? Strong WWII aviation history title focused on American pilots serving with the RAF before U.S. entry into World War II. Nice subject appeal for collectors of Eagle Squadrons history, RAF books, WWII aviation, American volunteer pilots, Luftwaffe-related history, and military aviation research. Clean hardcover copy with the original dust jacket present.
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