From The Battle Of Britain To The Defence Of Darwin
A Personal Journey of an Australian Fighter Pilot
By John Smith
5 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 8273 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 306 pages |
| Lending | : | Enabled |
This book is the autobiography of John Smith, an Australian fighter pilot who fought in the Battle of Britain and the Defence of Darwin. It is a firsthand account of the war from the perspective of a young man who was thrust into the middle of some of the most intense fighting of the Second World War.
John Smith was born in Melbourne, Australia, in 1920. He joined the Royal Australian Air Force in 1940 and was posted to England to fly with the Royal Air Force. He flew Spitfires during the Battle of Britain and was credited with shooting down three German aircraft.
In 1942, Smith was posted to Darwin to help defend the city against Japanese air raids. He flew Kittyhawks and Beaufighters during the Defence of Darwin and was credited with shooting down two Japanese aircraft.
Smith survived the war and returned to Australia in 1945. He continued to serve in the Royal Australian Air Force until 1950, when he retired with the rank of Squadron Leader.
Smith's book is a fascinating account of the war from the perspective of a young fighter pilot. It is a story of courage, determination, and survival. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Second World War.
Reviews:
"A gripping account of one man's experience of the Second World War. Smith's writing is clear and concise, and his descriptions of the aerial combat are vivid and exciting." - The Daily Telegraph
"A valuable addition to the literature of the Second World War. Smith's book provides a unique insight into the life of a fighter pilot." - The Times Literary Supplement
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5 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 8273 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 306 pages |
| Lending | : | Enabled |
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5 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 8273 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 306 pages |
| Lending | : | Enabled |
