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Wartime Airman Reports Crashes and Push for Flying Corps
An excerpt from a World War I era letter describes chaotic air operations including crashes near an aerodrome, the scramble to repel the German push, and the British response. The writer shares a close call after a forced landing, villagers aiding with cocoa and sandwiches, and reflection on the costs of aviation for the Royal Flying Corps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lautenant Lascelles
Royal Flying Corpain
Aero Rarnas
Tinety
Milan
Plioer
Wu Villas
Yaoit
Abd
Wits
Ald
Birmingham
Rugby
Hedu
Sivas
Flying Corps