Title: History of the Royal Air Force (RAF)
The RAF was the world's first air force. This is the story of its founding in 1918, in response to the new terror of aerial warfare, the struggles to maintain it amid controversies and resistance, its critical role in World War II, and its unique position in British history.
"Terribly enlightening and filled with original material and sharp observations... a masterful historian of air power" - Leo McKinstry, Literary Review
"Kudos to Richard Overy for producing a concise explanation of the founding of the RAF... this is a book that makes you think" - Peter Hart, BBC History Magazine
"A skillful Czech history of the founding of the Royal Air Force in 1918... a good introduction" - Kirkus Reviews
Pages: 176, Dimensions: 12.9x12.9cm
