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The Swallow: A Novel Based Upon The Actual Experiences Of One Of The Survivors Of The Famous Lafayette Escadrille (1919)

The Swallow: A Novel Based Upon The Actual Experiences Of One Of The Survivors Of The Famous Lafayette Escadrille (1919)

Dunbar, Ruth

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ISBN10: 1120932599
ISBN13: 9781120932594
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 256
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Swallow is a novel that is based on the real-life experiences of one of the survivors of the Lafayette Escadrille, a famous group of American volunteer pilots who fought for France during World War I. Written by Ruth Dunbar and first published in 1919, the book tells the story of a young American pilot named Jack, who joins the Escadrille and becomes known as The Swallow for his skill and daring in the air.Through Jack's eyes, readers are taken on a thrilling journey into the world of aerial combat, as he and his fellow pilots engage in dogfights with German planes over the skies of France. Along the way, Jack must confront the harsh realities of war, including the loss of friends and the toll that the constant danger takes on his own mental and physical health.Despite the challenges he faces, Jack remains committed to his mission and to the cause of the Allies. He forms close bonds with his fellow pilots, including a Frenchwoman named Jeanne who becomes his love interest, and together they fight to defend their country and achieve victory.The Swallow is a gripping and emotional tale of heroism, sacrifice, and the bonds of brotherhood that are forged in the midst of war. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, aviation, or the human experience of those who fought in the Great War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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