The Royal Flying Corps, the Western Front and the Control of the Air, 1914-1918

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Focusing on the integration of air power in warfare, this study highlights the British army's effective strategies developed by mid-1918 on the Western Front. It emphasizes the collaboration between infantry, artillery, and armored vehicles, while challenging the tendency to view aviation in isolation. By exploring five key themes, the book provides a nuanced understanding of air power's role in World War I, moving beyond the traditional focus on individual pilots and aircraft to reveal its complex historical significance.