Sailor in the Air. The Memoirs of the World's First Carrier Pilot. Author Richard Bell Davies. History it emerged at the end

it emerged at the end of the conflict as a legendary icon

its impact far outweighed its numbers – it was an RN fighter that shot down the first enemy aircraft of the war

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Sailor in the Air. The Memoirs of the World's First Carrier Pilot. Author Richard Bell Davies. History it emerged at the end'Joining the Naval Air Wing in 1913, he enjoyed a notably active and hair raising career during the Great War, which included winning the VC for a daring rescue of a fellow pilot while under heavy fire. Later, he played a major part in crucial developments like arrestor gear, deck barriers and the 'island' superstructure.' He did much to prove the value of shipboard aviation.' Paperback.