Nonfiction
Track this book
You choose which shelves are public. Progress and read dates stay yours.
About
Born the son of missionary parents in Korea, David "Tex" Hill has become one of America's most famous and beloved fighter aces. "Tex" Hill: Flying Tiger recounts his intriguing early life, standout career, and non-stop adventures of all kinds. Tex's story is inescapably intertwined with those of Claire Chennault, the famed 'Flying Tigers', and the nation of China, and this book weaves all three fascinating storylines into a masterful tapestry, certain to entertain and educate. Tex and his grandson relate Hill's exploits through his naval aviation days and on to the Far East, where a motley…
Reviews
Rating integrity
HealthyCounted ratings come from accounts older than 7 days and were made on or after publication. Finished readers weigh ×1.0. Readers who have not finished yet weigh ×0.5. Did-not-finish ratings are shown but not counted.
Editions
1 edition- Other · English · 2003Honoribus Press · 318 pages · 9781885354150
American Aerial operationsAmerican Personal narrativesBiographyCampaignsChinaChinese Aerial operationsFighter pilotsOfficers