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Raf: The Birth Of The World'S First Air Force
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A Great Historians Masterful Account Of The Origins Of Air Power In The Raf.The Birth Of The Royal Air Force During World War I Marked A Pivotal Moment In Modern Military And Political History. With Europes Western Front Frozen In A Bloody Stalemate Of Trench Warfare, Both Sides Sought Some Means Of Directly Attacking Enemy Resources And Morale. The New Technologies Of Air Power Were Used At First For Reconnaissance Of Enemy Positions For Artillery Strikes. By 1917 German Bombers Had Begun Raids On British Cities, Including An Attack On London That Killed Hundreds, With Eighteen Schoolchildren Among The Casualties. Public Outrage In Britain Sparked A Call For Air Defense And Spurred Political Support For An Independent Air Ministry. Prime Minister David Lloyd George And His Minister Of Munitions, Winston Churchill, Led The Debates Over How To Shape Britains Air Power During The War. The Immediate Path To An Independent Raf Is A Fascinating Story Of Political, Bureaucratic, And Personal Rivalries.By The End Of World War I, The Raf Was Launching Effective Bombing Campaigns On Industrial And Military Targets In Western Germany. It Survived Postwar Retrenchment Thanks Largely To Churchill, Who As Colonial Secretary Gave The Raf Special Responsibility For Enforcing Imperial Control In The Middle East, Especially In The New League Of Nations Mandates Of Palestine, Transjordan, And Iraq. The Raf Helped To Shape The Way Air Power Developed Not Just In Britain But Notably In Germany And The United States. The Massive Bombing Campaigns Of World War Ii Against Civilian And Industrial Targets In Major Cities Are Rooted In This History.This Compact Book Shows A Master Historian At Work. In Command Of The Archival Sources, At Home In All Dimensions Of The Story, Richard Overy Crafts An Engrossing Narrative Of This Turning Point In Our History.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'RAF: The Birth of the World's First Air Force'? A: This book provides a comprehensive account of the origins of air power in the Royal Air Force during World War I, highlighting the political and military developments that shaped its establishment.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Richard Overy, a distinguished historian known for his expertise in military history.
- Q: When was 'RAF: The Birth of the World's First Air Force' published? A: The book was published on May 15, 2018.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 160 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is currently available? A: This is the first edition of 'RAF: The Birth of the World's First Air Force'.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in military history? A: Yes, the book is ideal for those interested in military history, particularly the development of air power and its impact during World War I.
- Q: Does the book address the role of the RAF after World War I? A: Yes, it discusses the RAF's evolution and its role in enforcing imperial control in the Middle East after the war.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of military innovation, political rivalry, and the historical significance of the RAF's formation.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic studies? A: Yes, due to its thorough research and historical analysis, it can serve as a valuable reference for academic studies in military history.