Aeronautics. A Weekly Journal Devoted to the Technique of Aeronautics. August 7, 1918. Vol. XV, No. 251 (New Series)
London: Printed for the Benn Brothers, 1918. Wraps. Poor. Item #021219
Illustrated front wrapper depicting a Sopwith. Rear wrapper MISSING. Pagination runs 115-132, plus 24 pages of ads. Single issue of this journal devoted to aviation and aeronautics. This issue with a memorial/biography of pilot Gordon Bell; part of a continuing article on aeroplane engines, etc. Of particular note is a section on honors given to various members of the Royal Air Force during World War I, recalling the events that earned them the honor. This includes a section on women in the RAF. Following the honors section is a section on aircraft in action during World War I on the various fronts, including in depth accounts of the Tonderin Raid and Bombing Durazzo. POOR/FAIR condition. Front wrapper DETACHED. Rear wrapper MISSING. Moderate chipping and toning to the front wrapper. Minor toning to the text block.
Price: $45.00