Flying for France With the American Escadrille at Verdun

Flying for France with the American Escadrille at Verdun is a memoir written by James R. McConnell, an American pilot who fought in World War I. The book is a first-hand account of McConnell's experiences as a member of the American Escadrille, a group of American pilots who flew for the French Air Service during the war. The memoir begins with McConnell's journey to France and his training as a pilot. He then describes his experiences flying over the battlefields of Verdun, one of the bloodiest battles of the war. McConnell details the dangers and challenges of flying in combat, including dogfights with enemy planes and aerial reconnaissance missions. Throughout the book, McConnell provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes and people he encountered, as well as the camaraderie and friendships he formed with his fellow pilots. He also reflects on the toll that war took on him and his comrades, both physically and emotionally. Flying for France with the American Escadrille at Verdun is a gripping and personal account of one man's experiences in the Great War. It offers a unique perspective on the early days of aerial combat and provides insight into the bravery and sacrifice of the men who fought in the skies over France.1917. Illustrated from photographs through the kindness of Mr. Paul Rockwell. Reminiscences of McConnell, Sergeant-Pilot in the French Flying Corps. Contents: Verdun; From Verdun to the Somme; Personal Letters from Sergeant McConnell; and How France Trains Pilot Aviators.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.