Richard Bickers stands as a preeminent author on the RAF and its predecessor, the RFC, with an unparalleled publication record. His multilingualism allows him to conduct original research in foreign archives, interviews, and correspondence, enriching his narratives. His early creative works, including short stories and articles, saw publication and broadcast during his active service as an RAF officer, with his first four novels appearing before his departure from the military. His writings delve deeply into the history of air power, often situated within the dramatic contexts of wartime.
An exploration of the history of friendly fire - the unintentional killing or wounding of friend or ally in warfare - from Ancient Greece to the present. A few incidents in the Gulf War were highly publicized, but the book sets out to put the phenomenon into military and historical perspective.
A pictorial history of the development of powered flight begins with the Wright Flyer in 1903 through the most recent advances in aviation, highlighting major events that shaped the subject's development.
From the Handley-Page 0-400 and Vickers Vimy to the jet age and the Starlifter, this book includes every major military transport from World War I to the present day. Other aircraft reviewed include: C-47; C-87; C-69 Constellation; Avro York; French Deux Pont; and US Navy Super Dakota.
An engaging and comprehensive account of the events and individuals who characterized D-Day.
The Greatest Battle in the History of Air Warfare
Wonderful account of one of the top Battle of Britain fighter pilots. Written by one of the foremost military aviation authors who was an RAF Officer himself and personally knew Lacey.
Životopisná monografie charakterizuje osobnost Manfreda von Richthofena, jednoho z nejznámějších vojenských letců 1.svět.války - Portrét nejenom legendárního a nejslavnějšího stíhače první světové války, ale i tajemného, složitého a kontroverzního...
