Hurricane Squadron Ace: The Story of Battle of Britain Ace, Air Commodore Peter Brothers, Cbe, Dso, Dfc and Bar

by Nick Thomas

Air Commodore Peter Malam 'Pete' Brothers CBE, DSO, DFC, and Bar (1917-2008) was one of the most heroic and highly praised pilots of the Second World War. Decorated extensively, he secured a total of 16 'kills' over the course of the conflict, with 10 of these occurring during the Battle of Britain. Pivotal moments in his career include the time, in August 1940, when his flight encountered around a hundred enemy aircraft, including Messerschmitt 110's;...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1781593116
• ISBN13: 9781781593110
• Release Date: February 2015
• Publisher: Pen and Sword Aviation
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.2" x 9.3"