In our youth : the lives, adventures, and sacrifices of early Canadian flyers
Record details
- ISBN: 9781772034219 (paperback)
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Physical Description:
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308 pages : illustrations, maps, portraits ; 23 cm - Publisher: Victoria, British Columbia : Heritage House Publishing Company Ltd., [2022]
- Copyright: ©2022
Content descriptions
Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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Subject: | Aeronautics -- Canada -- History -- 20th century Air pilots -- Canada -- Biography |
Genre: | Biographies. Personal narratives. |
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Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
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Sechelt Public Library | 629.130922 SCUL (Text) | 33260100120816 | Nonfiction | Volume hold | Available | - |
Summary:
"A fascinating, photo-rich exploration of early aviation in Canada, told through the backstories of pilots who flew, fought, and risked their lives in the First World War, through the interwar period, and beyond. In Our Youth explores the lives of thirty-two young Canadian military and civilian flyers, viewed through the medium of archival photography. All of these young men were pilots in the First World War, a time when flying was pure adventure and danger. Some of them were from humble origins, some from elite families, some became heroes, one was cowardly, and most have now faded from our attention. However, all embraced the romance of flight and the danger of war. Although much of the book is focused on military experiences-including the mental stress and injuries faced by pilots who had barely reached adulthood-the book looks beyond war, examining the fascinating world of civilian aviation from 1908 to 1941. Featuring long-hidden photography uncovered from provincial archives, confidential military records, and precious family collections, this book covers the lives of many young Canadians who made important contributions as they flew and fought in what seem today to be the flimsiest of machines."-- Provided by publisher.