With the French Flying Corps by Carroll Dana Winslow
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"With the French Flying Corps" by Carroll Dana Winslow is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically during World War I. The work chronicles Winslow's experiences and observations as he trains and serves with the French air service, offering insight into the challenges and techniques of aviation during this period of warfare. Through his journey, the author emphasizes the camaraderie among pilots and the significance of proper training in
mastering the skill of flying in combat situations. The opening of the book introduces Winslow's enlistment in the French Aviation Service, detailing the formalities he navigates as an American wishing to serve. He vividly describes the atmosphere in France, characterized by a sense of duty and patriotism among the recruits and their families. Winslow's initial training stages are presented, highlighting the rigorous educational structure of the French aviation program. As he begins to understand the mechanics of flying and the dangers involved, Winslow captures both the thrill and the sobering reality of becoming a military aviator amidst the backdrop of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Creator | Winslow, Carroll Dana, 1889-1932 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 17001909 |
| Title | With the French Flying Corps |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Aerial operations |
| Subject | Aeronautics, Military -- France |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46299 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-46299-8 |
| Release Date | Jul 16, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 817 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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