Outwitting the Hun

The narrative follows Pat O'Brien, an American pilot who joined the British Royal Flying Corps during World War I and survived a harrowing escape from a German prison after being shot down. His journey included a remarkable trek through enemy territory and a brief audience with the King of England. Despite achieving fame and fortune through his book and speaking tours, O'Brien struggled with personal demons and a desire to return to combat. His mysterious death in 1920 led to speculation about murder, prompting a comprehensive biography that seeks to clarify his tumultuous life and legacy.