Five Down and Glory

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Focusing on America's elite fighter pilots, this book chronicles their remarkable journeys from the early 1900s through the Korean War. It highlights legendary groups like the Lafayette Escadrille and the Flying Tigers, while providing a thorough definition of "ace." The narrative is enriched with extensive appendices listing Medal of Honor aces and successful fliers from various conflicts. Illustrated with 16 pages of photographs, it reflects the expertise of author Gene Gurney, a veteran of over 60 years in the U.S. Air Force and NASA.