High Adventure

High Adventure: A Narrative of Air Fighting in France is a book written by James Norman Hall, a World War I pilot who served in the Lafayette Escadrille. The book is a first-hand account of Hall's experiences as a fighter pilot during the war, detailing his training, combat missions, and the camaraderie he shared with his fellow pilots.The book begins with Hall's enlistment in the French Foreign Legion and his subsequent transfer to the aviation branch. He describes his rigorous training and the challenges he faced in learning to fly and fight in the air. Hall then goes on to recount his combat missions, detailing the tactics he and his fellow pilots used to engage enemy planes and the dangers they faced in the air.Throughout the book, Hall provides vivid descriptions of the sights, sounds, and sensations of flying and fighting in the air. He also shares his thoughts and emotions about the war, the loss of friends and fellow pilots, and the impact that the experience had on him personally.High Adventure is a thrilling and engaging read that provides a unique perspective on the experience of World War I pilots. Hall's writing is clear and concise, and his passion for flying and fighting in the air is evident throughout the book. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in aviation history, World War I, or personal narratives of wartime experiences.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.