The renowned autobiography of New Zealand's most famous RAF pilot who saw action from the Munich Crisis to the invasion of France in 1944. Al Deere experienced the drama of the early days of the Battle of Britain while serving with Spitfire squadrons based at Hornchurch and Manston; and his compelling story tells of the successes and frustrations of those critical weeks. Deere's nine lives are the accounts of his fantastic luck in escaping from seemingly impossible situations. During the Battle of Britain he parachuted from stricken aircraft on three occasions and once was blown up by a bomb while taking off from Hornchurch during an attack on the airfield. In March 1943 Deere was appointed Wing Commander of the famous Biggin Hill Wing and by the end of the war; his distinguished 'score' was destroyed twenty-two; probables ten and damaged eighteen.
#3385270 in Books Bergin Garvey 1988-07-30Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 .90 x 6.38 x 9.32l; 1.18 #File Name: 0897891481302 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Brilliant!By Michael SivapragasamMavis Campbell is clearly the leading historian on the Maroons of Jamaica. Her study gave me a thorough background and understanding of the Maroons during the period of study; when they were in their heyday. Anyone who wants to understand the Maroons has to read this book.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy CustomerLoved this book it's my history. True history0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Maroons of JamaicaBy valmThis book quotes the history of the Windward and the Leeward Maroons to the best of it's ability. The information on the five warrior brothers in charge at that time was a very interesting read.
