Spitfires, Thunderbolts, and Warm Beer: An American Fighter Pilot Over Europe

In 1941, before America entered World War II, determined young LeRoy Gover signed on with Britain's Royal Air Force to fly the plane of his dreams, the fast, sleek Spitfire. When America joined the fight, he transitioned to the powerful P-47 Thunderbolt. Former USAF pilot and aviation historian Philip D. Caine has skillfully selected from the young flyer's letters and diary entries to create a vivid portrait of the kind of man who helped win the war. A story of great courage, Spitfires, Thunderbolts, and Warm Beer is a testament to the many other brave men who served.

Author: Philip D. Caine
Publisher: Potomac Books
Published: 09/01/2005
Pages: 231
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 7.60h x 5.00w x 0.60d
ISBN13: 9781574888447
ISBN10: 1574888447
BISAC Categories:
- History | Wars & Conflicts | World War II | General
- History | Military | Aviation & Space
- Biography & Autobiography | Military