It had to B.U. The Life Story of 80 Squadron R.A.A.F., Kittyhawks in the Southwest Pacific Area
Burwood, Australia: Chandos Publishing, 1996. Octavo, illustrated printed wrappers, [viii], 216 pp., illustrated throughout with black-and-white photographs and some maps, includes a list of the pilots and airmen. Slight spotting on top of text block, otherwise a near fine copy. First edition. In this volume, James H. Harding, an original member of the 80 Squadron, has compiled stories of his fellow squadron members to create an account of their time flying Kittyhawk Fighter/Bombers in World War Two. Although the squadron, formed in 1943, had a short operational life, it saw action along the coast of New Guinea, the Halmaheras and Borneo. Item #4402
Price (AUD): $130.00