First World War In The Air 5 Minute History

Author : Norman Ferguson
Publisher : 5 Minute History
ISBN 13 : 9780750955713
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Five Minute Histories written by Norman Ferguson and published by 5 Minute History. This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How much can you really find out about the War in the Air during the First World War in five minutes? This handy little history book will surpass all your expectations and leave you well versed on all you wish to know, and maybe even a little bit more...Who was the highest-scoring ace?Which plane looked like a dog begging?What was the Black Flight?How many died in the first Blitz?What was the Fokker Scourge?Jam-packed with facts, stats and first-hand accounts of the action, all woven together in an accessible way by an expert in the field, this 5 Minute History is a valuable addition to anyone's bookshelf, ready to be delved into at a moment's notice.

Author : Norman Ferguson
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 0750956925
Total Pages : 121 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book First World War in the Air: 5 Minute History written by Norman Ferguson and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2014-04-07 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How much can you really find out about the War in the Air during the First World War in five minutes? This handy little history book will surpass all your expectations and leave you well versed on all you wish to know, and maybe even a little bit more... Who was the highest-scoring ace? Which plane looked like a dog begging? What was the Black Flight? How many died in the first Blitz? What was the Fokker Scourge? Jam-packed with facts, stats and first-hand accounts of the action, all woven together in an accessible way by an expert in the field, this 5 Minute History is a valuable addition to anyone's bookshelf, ready to be delved into at a moment's notice.

Author : Peter Doyle
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 0750956917
Total Pages : 111 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book First World War Leaders and Commanders: 5 Minute History written by Peter Doyle and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2014-04-07 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How much can you really find out about the Leaders and Commanders of the First World War in five minutes? This handy little history book will surpass all your expectations and leave you well versed on all you wish to know, and maybe even a little bit more... Who were the leaders? Who commanded the British Army on the Somme? Which general committed suicide in shame? Who stopped the German offensive at Verdun? Who invented stormtroopers? Jam-packed with facts and first-hand accounts of the action, all woven together in an accessible way by an expert in the field, this 5 Minute History is a valuable addition to anyone's bookshelf, ready to be delved into at a moment's notice.

Author : Scott Addington
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 0750955120
Total Pages : 72 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book First World War Great Battles: 5 Minute History written by Scott Addington and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2014-04-01 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How much can you really find out about the Great Battles of the First World War in five minutes? This handy little history book will surpass all your expectations and leave you well versed on all you wish to know, and maybe even a little bit more... What was the first battle of the First World War? Or the last? Which was the bloodiest? What about the Allies' biggest victory? Or their worst defeat? Jam-packed with facts, stats and first-hand accounts of the action, all woven together in an accessible way by an expert in the field, this 5 Minute History is a valuable addition to anyone's bookshelf, ready to be delved into at a moment's notice.

Author : Scott Addington
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 0750955139
Total Pages : 104 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 5 Minute History Weapons written by Scott Addington and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2014-04-01 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How did the First World War start? Who were the main players? Where did the fighting begin? And why were there so many casualties? If the 100-year anniversary of this war to end all wars has left you feeling a little under-informed, Five Minute History is the perfect way to read up on this major conflict in short bursts and without pages of intricate detail. A perfect overview for the uninitiated, each book will inform and educate you of the ups and downs of the First World War even if you have never read a history book in your life.

Author : Norman Ferguson
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 0752492853
Total Pages : 121 pages
Book Rating : 4.58/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Little Book of Aviation written by Norman Ferguson and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2013-05-01 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Little Book of Aviation is a collection of facts, figures and interesting stories from the world of flight. Sad, humorous, baffling and astounding stories abound, from the pioneering days of the Wright Brothers to the present day, and covering everything from great milestones, famous names who've served, and the greatest of aircraft icons; phantom pilots and aircraft and a glossary of slang; the origins of plane-spotting and unusual aircraft names; great feats and enduring mysteries; lucky escapes and great aircraft in the movies... the trivia is limitless and will appeal to everyone, whether you want help telling your Spitfire from your Messerschmitt or you know a Spitfire I from a Spitfire II!

Author : Norman Ferguson
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 0752478737
Total Pages : 177 pages
Book Rating : 4.39/5 ( download)

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Download or read book History Minute by Minute written by Norman Ferguson and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2011-11-30 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: - At what time was Guy Fawkes discovered underneath the Palace of Westminster? - Just when was Einstein's Theory of Relativity proved? - What time was on the clock when Titanic sunk? - When was President John F. Kennedy assassinated? All these questions and 400 more are answered in History Minute by Minute, breaking down history into a round-the-clock timeline of fascinating and vital moments from around the world. From battles and assassinations to crimes, deaths and disasters – and everything else that makes up our vivid and unique history – you will find that no minute lacks some significance. So, whether you want to find out what time an event happened or if anything noteworthy happened at the time of your birth, anniversary or the time on the clock right now, you are sure to delight in this quirky take on world history.

Author : Norman Ferguson
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 1803991402
Total Pages : 199 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book From Wax Wings to Flying Drones written by Norman Ferguson and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2022-08-11 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Was Keith Harris's Orville really named after the first-ever flyer? What exactly is a 'Spitfire'? Why did Richard Branson try to cross the Atlantic in a balloon when he owned an airline? These are the questions that fail to keep proper aeronautical historians awake – but no matter, From Wax Wings to Flying Drones is here to answer them. Chock-full of important stuff like planes, pilots and pioneers such as the Wright brothers, Amelia Earhart and that man off the telly who used to fly on Concorde, this is a book for everyone who's ever watched a plane in the sky and thought, 'I wonder what its registration is?'

Author : C.R.M.F. Cruttwell
Publisher : Chicago Review Press
ISBN 13 : 0897336607
Total Pages : 688 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A History of the Great War, 1914–1918 written by C.R.M.F. Cruttwell and published by Chicago Review Press. This book was released on 2019-09-03 with total page 688 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This vivid, detailed history of World War I presents the general reader with an accurate and readable account of the campaigns and battles, along with brilliant portraits of the leaders and generals of all countries involved. Scrupulously fair, praising and blaming friend and enemy as circumstances demand, this has become established as the classic account of the first world-wide war.

Author : Sebastian Cox
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 9780714682570
Total Pages : 388 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Air Power History written by Sebastian Cox and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume examines the theory and practice of air power from its earliest inception.