Aviation Landmarks - Norfolk and Suffolk
Author | : Peter B. Gunn |
Publisher | : The History Press |
Total Pages | : 285 |
Release | : 2017-11-24 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780750986557 |
ISBN-13 | : 0750986557 |
Rating | : 4/5 (57 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Norfolk and Suffolk are bursting with aviation heritage, having played key roles in military aviation through the two world wars and beyond. This new edition of Aviation Landmarks– Norfolk and Suffolk presents an updated and revised account of aviation heritage and history through the two world wars right up to the present day. Nearly 70 airfields are covered, along with many lesser-known landmarks including decoy airfields, former radar stations, country houses, buildings, local heritage collections, pubs, village signs and much else. With illustrations, OS grid references and an index this reference guide to the two counties, both in the air and on the ground, will delight interested locals and aviation enthusiasts alike.