Publisher's Synopsis
The Lafayette Flying Corps V2 is a historical book written by James Norman Hall. It is a comprehensive account of the American pilots who fought for France during World War I. The book covers the formation of the Lafayette Flying Corps, the training of its pilots, and their experiences in combat.The author, James Norman Hall, was a member of the Lafayette Flying Corps himself and provides a first-hand account of the Corps' activities. He details the challenges faced by the Corps, including the shortage of aircraft and the difficulty of flying in the harsh conditions of the Western Front.The book also includes biographies of the pilots who served in the Corps, including some of the most famous American aviators of the time, such as Raoul Lufbery and Eddie Rickenbacker. The Lafayette Flying Corps V2 also covers the Corps' achievements in combat, including their role in the Battle of Saint-Mihiel and the Meuse-Argonne offensive.Overall, The Lafayette Flying Corps V2 is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the American involvement in World War I. It is a must-read for anyone interested in aviation history or military history in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
