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The Life and Death of Major Edward Mannock VC DSO MC RAF: A Hero of the Skies

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Edward Mannock was born in London, England, on May 24, 1887. He was the son of a successful businessman and grew up in a comfortable home. Mannock was educated at Eton College and the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. After graduating from Sandhurst, Mannock was commissioned into the Royal Field Artillery. He served in India for several years before being transferred to the Royal Flying Corps in 1916.

In 1917, Mannock was transferred to the Royal Air Force, which had been formed by the merger of the RFC and the Royal Naval Air Service. He was assigned to No. 74 Squadron, which was based in France. Mannock quickly became one of the squadron's top pilots and was soon promoted to flight commander.

On July 18, 1918, Mannock was awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery and skill in aerial combat. The citation for his award reads:

Mannock: The Life and Death of Major Edward Mannock VC DSO MC RAF
Mannock: The Life and Death of Major Edward Mannock VC, DSO, MC, RAF
by Norman Franks

4.2 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 8431 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 331 pages
Lending : Enabled

Mannock was killed in action on July 26, 1918. He was flying a Royal Air Force Sopwith Camel when he was shot down by a German anti-aircraft gun. Mannock's death was a great loss to the Royal Air Force and to the Allied cause. He was just 31 years old.

Edward Mannock is remembered as one of the greatest fighter pilots of all time. He was a skilled marksman, a fearless leader, and a man of great courage. He was also a highly decorated officer, receiving the Victoria Cross, the Distinguished Service Free Download, and the Military Cross.

The life and death of Edward Mannock is the subject of a book by author Jack Cambell. The book, The Life and Death of Major Edward Mannock VC DSO MC RAF, is a comprehensive biography of one of the most successful fighter pilots of World War I. The book is based on extensive research and includes many never-before-seen photographs and documents.

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Mannock: The Life and Death of Major Edward Mannock VC DSO MC RAF
Mannock: The Life and Death of Major Edward Mannock VC, DSO, MC, RAF
by Norman Franks

4.2 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 8431 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 331 pages
Lending : Enabled
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Mannock: The Life and Death of Major Edward Mannock VC DSO MC RAF
Mannock: The Life and Death of Major Edward Mannock VC, DSO, MC, RAF
by Norman Franks

4.2 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 8431 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 331 pages
Lending : Enabled
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