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Faster than fear. Deadlier than doubt. Braver than most men dare to be. From the skies over Europe to the vast expanse of the Pacific, America's fighter pilots flew into danger armed with nothing but speed, skill, and unflinching resolve. Aces of Valor brings to life the true Medal of Honor stories of those who fought in the clouds and came back legends-or didn't come back at all. This ninth volume in the acclaimed Medal of Honor series honors the exceptional courage of World War II fighter pilots: men who chased enemy bombers through flak-filled skies, who held the line above D-Day's beaches, who shot down five enemies in a day and pressed the fight even when wounded and outnumbered. Here, every chapter captures a singular act of airborne heroism-dogfights over Germany, carrier launches into chaos, jungle runway sorties in the Pacific, and midair sacrifices for wingmen who mattered more than self-preservation. The book also explores the evolution of air combat-tracing the arc from P-40s and Wildcats to Mustangs and Hellcats, from boom-and-zoom tactics to radar-directed interception. We look behind the legend of the ""ace"" and examine the different roles of the Army Air Forces, Navy, and Marine Corps. Packed with vivid storytelling and technical insight, Aces of Valor is a tribute not just to the pilots, but to the ethos that lifted them higher. Available in: Collectible Hardcover - Paperback - Kindle

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