A KILLING FOR THE HAWKS
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Characteristic
| Book cover finish | Hardcover ( rounded spine binding ) |
| Special features | Dedicated copy, Dust jacket |
| Condition | Used |
| Number of pages | 252 |
| Published date | 1966 |
| Languages | English |
| Size | 15 x 22 x 3 cm |
| Author | Frederick E. Smith |
| Editor | GEORGE G. HARRAP & C. LTD |
Description
The time is Spring 1917, and in Flanders the inferior planes of the Royal Flying Corps are being decimated by the red Jastas of Richthofen and Voss. To battle - weary pilots only one ray of hope is seen - No. 55 Squadron, led by the brilliant John Seymour, has recently been equipped with the new S.E.5 Scout and is now holding the murderous Albatrosses.
This is the scene when Norman McConnell, a young American volunteer, is posted to the Squadron. He discovers in Seymour all the charm and leadership his hero - worship expects but can find little understanding for Charlie Bush, the dour, protective Flight Commander who values life and detests the victory parties Seymour holds.
( ... ) The gigantic slaughter of Third Ypres begins. Seymour leads the Squadron with his usual joyous élan but McConnell, who sees friend after friend killed, feels his very faith disintegrating. ( ... )
