ISBN: 9781560983989

Part 1 Foreword Part 2 Preface Part 3 1. The Yangtze River Part 4 2. Missionaries Part 6 4. CAT's Wings Chapter 7 Hawaii Chapter 8 Hungjao Chapter 9 Chennault Part 10 5. Licking the Wound… More...

Part 1 Foreword Part 2 Preface Part 3 1. The Yangtze River Part 4 2. Missionaries Part 6 4. CAT's Wings Chapter 7 Hawaii Chapter 8 Hungjao Chapter 9 Chennault Part 10 5. Licking the Wounds Chapter 11 Earthquake Magoon Chapter 12 Shanghai Chapter 13 Oil Explorers Chapter 14 The Renaissance Man Chapter 15 China's German City Part 16 6. The Nile on eBay   FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE   China Pilot by Felix Smith, Anna Chennault Recounts the experiences of ferrying troops and equipment for the Nationalists during China's civil war; providing medicine and supplies to war-torn regions; and flying under CIA contract during many other wars. This book documents the adventures of Civil Air Transport's pilots and those of the men and women behind the scenes. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description A pilot for the China-based airline reputed to be the most shot at in the world, Felix Smith recounts in vivid detail his experiences ferrying troops and equipment for the Nationalists during China's civil war; providing medicine and supplies to war-torn regions; and flying under CIA contract during the French war in Indochina, the Korean War, America's secret war in Laos, and the Vietnam War. China Pilot provides a rare view of the Cold War in Asia, documenting not only the hair-raising adventures of Civil Air Transport's pilots but also those of the men and women behind the scenes. Author Biography During his thirty-year career in Asia, Felix Smith flew ten different types of airplanes more than eight million miles. He lives in rural Wisconsin. Table of Contents Part 1 Foreword Part 2 Preface Part 3 1. The Yangtze River Part 4 2. Footsteps Part 5 3. Missionaries Part 6 4. CAT's Wings Chapter 7 Hawaii Chapter 8 Hungjao Chapter 9 Chennault Part 10 5. Licking the Wounds Chapter 11 Earthquake Magoon Chapter 12 Shanghai Chapter 13 Oil Explorers Chapter 14 The Renaissance Man Chapter 15 China's German City Part 16 6. China's Civil War Chapter 17 A Militia Leader Chapter 18 The Fall of Tsinan Chapter 19 The Head of the Giant Chapter 20 A Warlord and His City Chapter 21 The Battle of Hwai-Hai Chapter 22 Bob Snoddy Chapter 23 The Fall of Tsingtao Chapter 24 CAT's Navy Chapter 25 Across the Yangtze Chapter 26 The Fall of Shanghai Chapter 27 Northwest Warlords Chapter 28 Bradley's Death Part 29 7. Hong Kong Capers Chapter 30 Earthquake Missing Chapter 31 The Pirate Chapter 32 The Defection Chapter 33 The First Trial Chapter 34 The End of the Southwest Chapter 35 The Tin Heist Chapter 36 Earthquake Returns Part 37 8. Free China Chapter 38 The Rebel Monk Chapter 39 The Korean Trade Mission Chapter 40 The Newcomers Part 41 9. A Foot in Both Wars: Korea and Indochina Chapter 42 French Indochina Chapter 43 The Paris of the Orient Chapter 44 Korea Again Chapter 45 The Lights of Vladivostok Chapter 46 The French Air Force Chapter 47 The Last Flight of Earthquake Magoon Part 48 10. Buol's Freedom Chapter 49 Dr. Tom Dooley, USN Part 50 11. The Kingdom of Laos Chapter 51 An American Original Chapter 52 Kong Le's Coup Part 53 12. Chennault's Farewell Chapter 54 The Downing of Cathay Pacific Chapter 55 The Stewardess Chapter 56 A Warrior's Child Chapter 57 The Mechanic Chapter 58 The Pink Airplane Chapter 59 Voices Chapter 60 CAT's Death Chapter 61 Cheong's Funeral Chapter 62 A Summer's Day Chapter 63 Ghosts Part 64 Epilogue Review This is one of thoe rare treats for aviation history enthusiasts: a book by a superb pilot who also happens to be a first-rate writer. -- Carl Molesworth, author of Sharks over China. Better than anyone else [Felix Smith] evokes the sights, smells, and sounds of China... China Pilot is a wonderful book. It belongs on the shelf of every admirer of Chennault and his unorthodox forces. Air & Space Smithsonian Review Quote This is one of thoe rare treats for aviation history enthusiasts: a book by a superb pilot who also happens to be a first-rate writer. Details ISBN1560983981 Author Anna Chennault Short Title CHINA PILOT Language English ISBN-10 1560983981 ISBN-13 9781560983989 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 951.042 Illustrations Yes Year 2000 Imprint Smithsonian Institution Scholarly Press Country of Publication United States Place of Publication Washington Residence WI, US Birth 1918 DOI 10.1604/9781560983989 AU Release Date 2000-08-17 NZ Release Date 2000-08-17 US Release Date 2000-08-17 UK Release Date 2000-08-17 Subtitle Flying for Chennault During the Cold War Pages 336 Publisher Smithsonian Books Publication Date 2000-08-17 Audience General We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERYNo matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. 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ISBN: 9781560983989

A pilot for the China-based airline reputed to be the most shot at in the world, Felix Smith recounts in vivid detail his experiences ferrying troops and equipment for the Nationalists du… More...

A pilot for the China-based airline reputed to be the most shot at in the world, Felix Smith recounts in vivid detail his experiences ferrying troops and equipment for the Nationalists during China's civil war; providing medicine and supplies to war-torn regions; and flying under CIA contract during the French war in Indochina, the Korean War, America's secret war in Laos, and the Vietnam War. China Pilot provides a rare view of the Cold War in Asia, documenting not only the hair-raising adventures of Civil Air Transport's pilots but also those of the men and women behind the scenes. Trade Books>Trade Paperback>Military History>Weapons of War>Aircraft, Smithsonian Institution Press Core >1<

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[EAN: 9781560983989], Neubuch, [PU: Smithsonian], nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - A pilot for the China-based airline reputed to be the most shot at in the world, Felix Smith recounts in vivid detail his experiences ferrying troops and equipment for the Nationalists during China's civil war; providing medicine and supplies to war-torn regions; and flying under CIA contract during the French war in Indochina, the Korean War, America's secret war in Laos, and the Vietnam War. China Pilot provides a rare view of the Cold War in Asia, documenting not only the hair-raising adventures of Civil Air Transport's pilots but also those of the men and women behind the scenes., Books<