‎SIMPSON, Geoff‎
‎A Dictionary of The Battle of Britain ‎

‎Wellington, Halsgrove 2009 ‎

Reference : 2293

‎First Edition copy of this very limited signed book (exact limitation is unknown). With the signatures of the author and ten surviving pilots who flew in The Battle of Britain. This book was originally created to raise funds for 'The Battle of Britain Memorial Trust'. Hardback. 160 pp. 310 x 220mm (12Œ x 8Ÿ inches)'The Few' were 2,353 young men from Great Britain and 574 from overseas (pilots and other aircrew) who were officially recognised as having taken part in The Battle of Britain. 544 lost their lives during the battle. In a very good unclipped dust jacket; internally in an as new condition. Signed by the author, and the following ten pilots: Squadron Leader Michael J. Wainwright (Spitfires / 64 Sq) Flight Lieutenant Keith A. Lawrence (Spitfires / 234 & 603 Sq) Wing Commander Terrence Kane (Spitfires / 234 Sq) Squadron Leader Bob Foster (Hurricanes / 605 Sq) Flying Officer Kenneth A. Wilkinson (Spitfires / I 616 Sq) Flight Lieutenant Owen V. Burns (Blenheims / 235 Sq) Wing Commander Tom F. Neil (Hurricanes / I 249 Sq) Flight Sergeant John Keating (Blenheims / 219 Sq) Pilot Officer Nigel (S. N.) Rose (Spitfires / 602 Sq) Pilot Officer Walker (Spitfires / 616 Sq)‎