The long shadow of strategic bombing began in World War I; Handley Page's O series would be the progenitor of British and American long range aircraft. That alone makes the details and reference material found in the book valuable assets for the aviation enthusiast and historian alike.
Air Power History, Summer 2016 informative and comprehensive...In addition to technical details, ... Read moreLangham covers the men who flew these ships into combat, along with those who kept them maintained. Operationally, the HPs were used in the European theatre of war and, unexpectedly, a few found their way to the Middle East and even one with T.E. Lawrence as a passenger...Details and references in this book make it a valuable asset for aviation enthusiasts and historians alike.
Over the Front Bloody Paralyser recounts the nearly forgotten story of how H.P. bombers were developed and used, including many quotes from firsthand accounts of those who flew them. Meticulously researched and well written, it is a must for anyone interested in comprehending the nature of the WW1 air war.
(01/01/2017) ...readers who are interested in WWI aviation or the development of strategic bombing in the early years of manned flight will find a lot of intriguing material in this book.
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