THE EYE IN THE AIR
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A comprehensive history of tactical air reconnaissance from balloons to fast aeroplanes, covering 1785-1945. Chronicles the brave reconnaissance pilots and observers of the RFC, RAF, and Air Observation Post squadrons through two world wars.
Characteristics
| ISBN-10 | 0 11 7 71224 8 |
| Book cover finish(es) | Hardcover ( round back binding ) with a dust jacket |
| Condition | Like NEW |
| Author(s) | Peter Mead |
| Publisher | Crown |
| Number of pages | 274 |
| Published date | First published in 1983 |
| Language(s) | English |
| Size | 16 x 25 x 2 cm |
Description
Few books have previously been written on air reconnaissance, and those have generally concentrated on its strategic aspects. This book, however, assesses the tactical impact of air observation on the Army’s land battles—from the age of the balloon to that of the fast aeroplane.
After tracing developments in aerial reconnaissance between 1785 and 1914, it goes on to discuss its role and continuing sophistication during the two world wars.
In so doing, it introduces us to a largely forgotten body of brave men: the reconnaissance pilots and observers of the Royal Flying Corps, the Royal Air Force, and, later, the Air Observation Post squadrons, together with their devoted ground crews.