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Paperback cover and pages are clean. Binding is secure. Ships from Colorado.
This very good condition copy of “The Ghost Squadron: Confederate Air Force” by Peter B. Mohn offers a fascinating glimpse into a lesser-known aspect of the American Civil War. While the Confederate States of America is renowned for its cavalry and infantry, this book delves into the daring exploits of its fledgling air force. Mohn’s meticulously researched work sheds light on the Confederacy’s innovative efforts to develop and deploy primitive aircraft, balloons, and other aerial contraptions in a bid to counter the Union’s technological advantages.
Beyond the gripping accounts of aerial combat and reconnaissance missions, this book provides invaluable historical context. It explores the Confederacy’s struggle to overcome resource scarcity, the ingenuity of its engineers and pilots, and the impact of these pioneering efforts on the future of aerial warfare. Collectors and history enthusiasts alike will appreciate the rare insights into this often-overlooked chapter of military aviation history, as well as the book’s potential to spark discussions on the role of technology in shaping the outcomes of conflicts.
