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A brilliant, groundbreaking slice of military history, this riveting story of white-knuckled action over one of Europe's most heavily defended targets in the waning days of World War II also tells of the aftermath of the Linz, Austria, bombing-the heart-wrenching tales of survival and recovery, and the toll of warfare on both sides.
In April 1945, Linz was one of Nazi Germany's most vital assets. It was a crucial transportation hub and communications...
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The untold stories of nine Polish Americans who bravely fought in the Civil War-includes photographs, maps and illustrations.
This unique history chronicles the lives of nine Polish American immigrants who fought in the Civil War. Spanning three generations, they are connected by the White Eagle-the Polish coat of arms-and by a shared history in which their home country fell to ruin at the end of the previous century. Still, each carried a belief...
3) El Éxito Del Transporte Aéreo: ¿Para qué sirve? ¿Cuáles son sus ventajas? Empresas populares y mu
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En un mundo que se glabaliza rápidamente, no hay ninguna necesidad de demorarse y quedarse atrás en la carrera de ratas. Cualquier medida para entrar en la siguiente vuelta debe ser tomada para maximizar los recursos propios y la logística que dice la necesidad.Las empresas de transporte ya no pueden hacer uso de los métodos tradicionales (y casi obsoletos) hoy en día. Sí, el envío todavía puede hacerse a través de carreteras y autopistas...
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Robert K Wilcox's First Blue presents the remarkable story of a true hero of American aviation during World War II.
The U.S. Navy's Blue Angels are the most famous flight demonstration team in the world. While millions of aviation enthusiasts see their shows every year, the story of the man who formed the squadron has never been told. He is Roy Marlin "Butch" Voris, a World War II Ace and one of only two aviators ever to command the Blue Angels...
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Black Aces High is the riveting account of a modern fighter squadron at war and the exploits, triumphs, and traumas of its pilots.
The Black Aces: their courage, ferocity, and instincts made them legendary in military aviation. Flying F-14 Tomcats, they played as much a part in recent US operations in Kosovo as did any air squadron in the theater, air force or navy, and probably more. Because of its superior performance, sophisticated equipment and...
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A vivid chronicle of the first battle between British and German paratroopers-the unsung battle that prefigured The Battle of Arnham.
From July 13th to 16th, 1943, British paratroopers fought for control of a strategically important bridge in Sicily. Now, the Battle of Primosole Bridge is brought to life in the first narrative solely dedicated to one of the bloodiest and hardest fought battles for British airborne troops of World War Two.
The British...
7) Sky Raider
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Do you want to know how it feels to be an Ace in a world at war?
Defy gravity with Dr. Duke Thomas, WWI Flying Ace, in his open cockpit biplane as he survives the war torn skies of Europe and Egypt.
In this epic aviation adventure, Duke, an American volunteer fighter pilot, is surprised and amazed by his own supernatural ability to survive momentous aerial battles, German cavalry forces, and ruthless bounty hunters as he follows clues left by...
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When 32-year-old Yvette Cowles contracted breast cancer she was determined it would not get in the way of her belly dancing dreams. Spirited and light-hearted, "Belly Dancing and Beating the Odds" is the true story of one woman's quest to be the best breastless belly dancer in the business... Whilst most people see little to smile about when they hear the word "cancer", for Yvette it was just another opportunity to find the silver lining. From realising...
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This biography of one of World War II's great military leaders is a "rich tribute to a staunch American naval hero" (WWII Quarterly).
John S. "Slew" McCain was an old-school sailor. Wiry, profane, a cusser, and a gambler, he reminded more than one observer of Popeye. He was also a pioneer in the hard-hitting naval tactics that brought Imperial Japan to its knees.
McCain graduated from Annapolis in 1906 and served aboard an armored cruiser in World...
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Welcome to the companion Workbook of Cosmic Truth, God, Us, and the Extraterrestrials. I designed this Learning Aid to assist you with organizing your thoughts about the world you now live in. Religion and Science, as well as Faith and Reason, are about to be shaken once again. Questions about God, Creation, Earthly Life, Us, the Cosmos and Extraterrestrial Intelligence is about to get very serious for a lot of people, especially since many authorities...
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A gripping account of how a major air disaster was averted, by the captain and former Top Gun pilot
Instinctively, I release my pressure on the sidestick. Out of my subconscious, a survival technique from a previous life emerges, Neutralize! I'm not in control so I must neutralize controls. I never imagined I'd use this part of my military experience in a commercial airliner...
On routine flight QF72 from Singapore to Perth on 7 October 2008, the...
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A readable and entertaining introduction to aerial combat in the series that "would be excellent for someone with an early interest in military history" (Army Rumour Service).
Just over a decade after the first successful powered flight, fearless pioneers were flying over the battlefields of France in flimsy biplanes. Though the infantry in their muddy trenches might see aerial combat as glorious and chivalric, the reality was very different and...
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Nearly four hundred photos documenting the last years of the Luftwaffe: "If you're interested in unit history then this book is a must have" (Britmodeller.com).
A companion to the first volume of Luftwaffe in Colour, which covered the victory years from 1939 to Spring 1942, this book contains even more fascinating material on the machines of the Luftwaffe and the men who flew them as their fate took an increasingly grim path.
Initially, the Luftwaffe...
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A Mighty Fortress is the personal account of the Captain and crew of a lead bomber in the enormous formation raids made by the 8th Airforce during the last few months of the Second World War.
It is an extraordinary tale of heroism and bravery on the part of the entire crew of just one B17 amongst hundreds - but the one B17 that meant most to them.
Flying a total of 27 missions before the war came to an end in May 1945, Alling tells, with great restraint,...
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FAA §107 UAG Remote Pilot Study GuidePreparing for the knowledge test requirements for Remote Pilot Certification (14 CFR §107.73)The objective of this textbooke is to prepare the student for the FAA Remote Pilot Certification test, by providing an understanding of the areas of study listed in section 107.73, as well as published Advisory Circular notices, Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, the FAR/AIM and other related sources. This material...
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In 2015, Tim Peake blasted off to the outer world at a speed 25 times the speed of sound, writing history, he returned as the first British astronaut in space. From a shy boy from Chichester with a penchant for flying, Tim Peake's journey to being an astronaut is astounding. Beating 8000 other applicants, Tim successfully passed all tests, 6 years of rigorous training, physical and psychological challenges to be where he is today. Read the book to...
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What are the all-time best dishes America has to offer, the ones you must taste before they vanish, so delicious they deserve to be a Holy Grail for travelers? Where's the most vibrant Key lime pie in Florida? The most sensational chiles rellenos in New Mexico? The most succulent fried clams on the Eastern Seaboard? The most memorable whoopie pies, gumbos, tacos, cheese steaks, crab feasts? In 500 Things to Eat Before It's Too Late, "America's leading...
18) Hangar 4
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The Best of the Best . . . Risk taker. Son. Badass. Husband. Combat aviator. Father. From Officer Candidates School to squadron Commanding Officer, Isaac G. Lee, Lieutenant Colonel USMC (Ret.), reached the finish line at HANGAR 4 on MCAS Miramar at the conclusion of seven deployments during his two decades of service. In this memoir, he shares the lessons, the rewards, the losses, and ultimately, the personal cost. Isaac pushed every boundary...
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Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of aviation with this insightful short guide, tailored for those who dream of a career amidst the clouds. This short book is your co-pilot, navigating through the vast and intricate realm of piloting, from the fundamental principles of flight to the advanced cockpit technologies that define modern aviation. Within these pages lies a treasure trove of knowledge, experiences, and wisdom, meticulously...
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The complete World War II record of one of the most celebrated warships in American history-made famous by her final commanding officer, John F. Kennedy.
In these mainly nocturnal fights, when the Japanese navy was at its apex, America's small, fast-boat flotillas darted in among the enemy fleet, like a "barroom brawl with the lights turned out." Bryant Larson and Rollin Westholm preceded Kennedy as commanders of PT-109, and their fights leading...
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