The Spider Web: The Romance of a Flying-Boat War Flight by T. D. Hallam

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Author Hallam, T. D.
Title The Spider Web: The Romance of a Flying-Boat War Flight
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Summary "The Spider Web: The Romance of a Flying-Boat War Flight" by T. D. Hallam is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This narrative recounts the experiences and operations of the Royal Naval Air Service during World War I, specifically highlighting the development and utilization of flying-boats, which played a crucial role in anti-submarine warfare in the North Sea. The story is likely centered around the men who operated these flying-boats, particularly focusing on their adventures in the Spider Web patrol strategy designed to hunt enemy submarines. The opening of "The Spider Web" explores the enchanting transformation of aeroplanes into flying-boats and introduces the historical context of their development during wartime. It describes the technological innovations led by Colonel J. C. Porte at Felixstowe Air Station and the operational challenges faced by the pilots in their efforts to combat German U-boats. The narrative sets the stage with an explanation of the flying-boat's structure, its crew dynamics, and the strategic importance of aerial patrols to protect merchant shipping from submarine attacks. It effectively combines technical insights with tales of heroism, imparting a sense of adventure as pilots embark on their daring missions over the treacherous North Sea. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, Canadian
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Aerial operations, British
Subject Hallam, T. D.
Subject Great Britain. Royal Naval Air Service -- Biography
Subject Air pilots, Military -- Canada -- Biography
Subject Air pilots, Military -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject Seaplanes -- History
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EBook-No. 50339
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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