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The Story of Britain's Black Airmen

The Story of Britain's Black Airmen

Published in
2022

Description

Explore the fascinating, rarely heard stories of Black airmen during the First and Second World Wars. The Story of Britain's Black Airmen celebrates the inspiring contributions of people of African descent to British aviation. From pilots to ground crew, and with tales from across the globe, the story of Britain’s Black airmen is an important part of the history of flying. By aiming for the skies, many of the airmen helped to bring about changes that will one day make our world a better place. Includes inspirational key figures such as Cy Grant, Errol Barrow, Sam King and John Henry Smythe With full-colour illustration by Grenadian illustrator Elizabeth Lander For readers aged 8+
Age
12-18
Text complexity
proficient
Length
72 pages

Why to read

  • Learn about an underrepresented group in history
  • Gain insight into the experiences of black military personnel
  • Understand the impact of race on service and recognition
  • Be inspired by stories of bravery and perseverance