Heroes of the Skies

Aviation pioneers John Alcock and Arthur Whitten Brown crash-landed their aircraft in a bog near the wireless station at Clifden Ireland, on June 15 1919. They had taken off from Newfoundland on the historic first flight across the Atlantic the day before.

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In ancient times the term “hero” was used to describe those who displayed great courage in danger or adversity. Later, it was used to describe those who performed acts of extreme bravery or courage for the greater good of humanity, often to the point of self-sacrifice. 


Since the time when man first took to the skies there have been many instances of heroic acts that have taken place in the air. Some of these events occurred in times of conflict, while others took place in more peaceful times as mankind strove to discover new horizons. 


Heroism in the air is not limited to those of masculine gender, female aviators also carried out many acts of great courage and fortitude. Many made huge sacrifices in their quest for personal glory, defending their country or breaking records. The stories of some of these heroic deeds, carried out by bold and courageous men and women, are told here in this book.


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