Fighting the Flying Circus - Hardcover

Fighting the Flying Circus is a memoir written by Captain Edward V. Rickenbacker, a World War I fighter pilot and Medal of Honor recipient. The book details Rickenbacker's experiences as a pilot in the United States Army Air Service's 94th Aero Squadron, which he commanded during the war. Rickenbacker provides a firsthand account of the aerial battles that took place over the Western Front during World War I, including his encounters with the German ace pilot, Baron Manfred von Richthofen (also known as the Red Baron). The book also discusses the challenges faced by American pilots who were new to the war and had to learn quickly in order to survive.In addition to his military experiences, Rickenbacker also shares personal anecdotes and reflections on his life and career. He discusses his childhood in Ohio, his early years as a race car driver, and his post-war business ventures.Overall, Fighting the Flying Circus is a gripping and informative account of one pilot's experiences in World War I, as well as a fascinating glimpse into the life of a true American hero.1919. The memoirs of the American Ace of Aces, Eddie Rickenbacker, who was a successful race car driver, fighter pilot, airline executive, wartime advisor, and elder statesman. Few aces achieved so much in so many different lifetime roles. Captain Rickenbacker, originally from Ohio, was best known as one of the Commanders of the 94th Hat-in-the-Ring Squadron, a crack unit of pilots which included many former members of the famed Lafayette Escadrille. The 94th ended the war in France with the highest number of air victories of any American squadron. Rickenbacker's twenty-six aerial victories came in only two months of combat flying, a spectacular achievement. The story of one of America' real-life heroes.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.