Flying for France with the American Escadrille at Verdun

Flying for France with the American Escadrille at Verdun is a memoir written by James R. McConnell, an American pilot who fought for France during World War I. The book details McConnell's experiences as a member of the American Escadrille, a group of American pilots who flew for the French army before the United States entered the war. McConnell's memoir covers his training in France, his first flights in combat, and his experiences fighting in the Battle of Verdun, one of the deadliest battles of the war. He also describes the camaraderie he shared with his fellow pilots and the challenges they faced, including mechanical failures, enemy fire, and the harsh weather conditions of the Western Front. Throughout the book, McConnell provides vivid descriptions of aerial combat and the dangers of flying during the early days of aviation. He also reflects on the impact of the war on his life and the lives of those around him. Flying for France with the American Escadrille at Verdun is a compelling firsthand account of World War I from the perspective of a pilot who risked his life fighting for his country. It offers a unique insight into the experiences of American pilots who flew for France before the United States entered the war and provides a valuable historical record of the early days of aerial combat.1917. Illustrated from photographs through the kindness of Mr. Paul Rockwell. Reminiscences of McConnell, Sergeant-Pilot in the French Flying Corps. Contents: Verdun; From Verdun to the Somme; Personal Letters from Sergeant McConnell; and How France Trains Pilot Aviators.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.