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Author:   Michael Hood ,  Tom Jenkins
Publisher:   University of Toronto Press
Imprint:   Aevo UTP
Dimensions:   Width: 28.70cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 22.20cm
Weight:   1.180kg
ISBN:  

9781487547431

ISBN 10:   1487547439
Pages:   264
Publication Date:   24 October 2023
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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"""Pathway to the Stars is a treasure-house of history, stories, photos, biographical sketches, facts, and recollections of a great Canadian institution, the Royal Canadian Air Force. An excellent contribution to the RCAF's centenary celebrations, readers will find it hard to put this book down."" - General Paul David Manson, OC, CMM, CD (Ret'd) ""Detailing the earliest days of Canadian military flight, Pathway to the Stars celebrates the bravery of pioneers who set the standard for 100 years. From the tentative early years to a future with stealth and more, the proud tradition of the RCAF soars in this anniversary celebration."" - Kevin Newman, Journalist ""This comprehensive retrospective on the storied 100-year history of the RCAF is an outstanding resource for the amateur and enthusiast alike. Most importantly, Pathway to the Stars serves as an exceptional resource for young Canadians and educators, offering a glimpse into the past and future of this essential Canadian institution."" - Honorary Colonel Kendra Kincade, 417 Combat Support Squadron"

“[Pathway to the Stars] is a splendid new book … Over 250 pages, it is lavishly illustrated with photographs and covers the story of the RCAF from its origins to its future.” -- John Chalmers * <em>Canadian Aviation Historical Society</em> *

"""Pathway to the Stars: 100 Years of the RCAF is a treasure-house of history, stories, photos, biographical sketches, facts, and recollections of a great Canadian institution, the Royal Canadian Air Force. An excellent contribution to the RCAF's centenary celebrations, it describes the people, the aircraft, the roles and missions, and especially the skills that brought such respect for the RCAF over its one hundred years. It is a popular history that readers will find hard to put down, and I expect this will be as true for the casual Canadian reader as it is for those who were part of its storyreaders will find it hard to put this book down."" - General Paul David Manson, OC, CMM, CD (Ret'd) ""The deep detail of the earliest days of Canadian military flightDetailing the earliest days of Canadian military flight, Pathway to the Stars celebrates the bravery of pioneers who set the standard for 100 years. From the tentative early years to a future with stealth and more, the proud tradition of the RCAF soars in this anniversary celebration."" - Kevin Newman, Journalist ""This comprehensive retrospective on the storied 100 year100-year history of the RCAF is an outstanding resource for the amateur and enthusiast alike. Most importantly, it serves as an exceptional resource for young Canadians and educators, offering a glimpse into the past and future of this essential Canadian institution."" - Honorary Colonel Kendra Kincade, 417 Combat Support Squadron"

Author Information

Michael Hood joined the Canadian Forces in 1985 and trained as a Navigator on the CC-130 Hercules in the Tactical Airlift Role. He is a retired Lieutenant-General and the former Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force, now resident in Kelowna, British Columbia. He is also a proud co-founder of the RCAF Foundation, to which this book’s proceeds are dedicated. Tom Jenkins has been affiliated with the Royal Canadian Air Force for more than 50 years. He began his career with the RCAF as a Royal Canadian Air Cadet at CFB Trenton in 1972. He has chaired a report on defence procurement for the Canadian government and is currently a member of the RCAF Commanders Advisory Council.

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