American Eagles by R. Niccoli (1996) US Air Force Combat Aircraft (Photo Book)

“American Eagles” by R. Niccoli is a 1996 photo book that showcases US Air Force combat aircraft. This hardcover picture book, featuring illustrations by Niccoli, provides a visual narrative of the aircraft used by the US Air Force. The nonfiction book, published in English, offers readers a comprehensive look at the air force’s fleet of combat planes. With a focus on the military aircraft used by the United States, this book is a valuable resource for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

SIGNED – đŸ”„GLOBAL MISSION By H H Arnold 1949 First Edition. đŸ”„

Signed first edition of Global Mission by General of the Air Force, Henry “Hap” Arnold. Appears to be a gift note from General Arnold to Captain John Leppert. Octavo, xii, 626pp. Black cloth, title stamped in gilt on spine. Stated “first edition” on copyright page with “H-Y” designation. Solid text block, free of any marks or notations, a few dog-eared leaves. Rubbing to gilt title on spine. In the publisher’s scarce dust jacket, $5.00 on front flap, bright illustrations, faint sunning to spine, short closed tear to top edge of spine, faint shelf wear, a near fine example. Signed on the front free endpaper: “To ‘Big’ John, I hope that you find this book interesting. H.H. Arnold.”General Henry “Hap” Arnold (1886-1950) was commanding general of the United States Army Air Forces during World War II, becoming the first airman to receive the five-star rank. In 1944 he was promoted to General of the Army, and later become the only person to hold the rank of General of the Air Force. Prior to the onset of World War II, he took command of the Army Air Forces, expanding the organization from 20,000 men and 800 aircraft to becoming the largest air armada in the world. He died unexpectedly in 1950, shortly after the publication of this book.YelX62

1954 USAF AIR FORCE 81st FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR WING YEARBOOK, BENTWATERS, ENGLAND

Very nice condition. No writing. Loose photograph of 78 Fighter Bomber Squadron Shepherds Grove England included. The product is a vintage 1954 yearbook for the 81st Fighter Interceptor Wing of the United States Air Force. The book is about the Air Force operations at Bentwaters in England during the 1950s. It is a hardcover book written in English and features illustrations. It is a nonfiction narrative focusing on military and war aspects, specifically related to the Air Force. The yearbook is not personalized, signed, or ex libris, and its original language is English.