Spitfire Pilot
Spitfire Pilot is not, of course, only a work of military history but of social history.
The Role of Intelligence in the Battle of Britain
There is plenty of room for more writing on intelligence and the Battle of Britain. News of Norman Ridley’s book was therefore cheering. That feeling…
The Fleet Air Arm and the War in Europe 1939-1945
David Hobbs writes excellent books recording the history of naval aviation. This new work, “describes the operations of naval aircraft from aircraft carriers of the…
Ben Bennions DFC: Battle of Britain Fighter Ace
George “Ben” Bennions was so outstanding in his initial wartime role that, had he not been seriously wounded in the Battle of Britain, he would…
Peter – One of the Forgotten Few: The Life of Flying Officer Peter Carter
Naturally we are offered much to read on the aces of the Battle of Britain. For this reviewer, there is considerable pleasure when a book…
Nine Lives: The Story of Biggin Hill
Biggin Hill is world-famous as a Battle of Britain fighter station, but that period only accounts for a short time in the life of the…
