Lawrence of Arabia's Secret Air Force Based on the diary of Flight Sergeant George Hynes
London: Pen & Sword Books, 2010. Small quarto, hardcover, x, 146 pp., plates. A fine copy with dust-jacket. The Royal Flying Corps 14 Squadron X Flight was designated the task of giving close air support to the desert army formed and commanded by Lawrence of Arabia. It flew from advanced desert landing grounds on reconnaissance, liaison, bombing and ground attack missions. The existence and deeds of the flight were kept secret, so much so that even the RFC paymaster was unaware of their existence. Item #1446
ISBN: 9781848842663
Price (AUD): $50.00
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