TY  - BOOK
AU  - Bordeaux,Henry
AU  - Roosevelt,Theodore
AU  - Sill,Louise Morgan
TI  - Georges Guynemer: Knight of the Air
AV  - D501 
PY  - 2006///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - World War, 1914-1918 -- Aerial operations
KW  - Guynemer, Georges, 1894-1917
KW  - Air pilots -- France -- Biography
N1  - Release date is 2006-04-04; Produced by Barbara Tozier, Graeme Mackreth and the Online
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N2  - "Georges Guynemer: Knight of the Air" by Henry Bordeaux is a historical biography written in the early 20th century. The book commemorates the life and exploits of Georges Guynemer, a celebrated French World War I aviator who became a symbol of bravery and heroism in the sky. It chronicles his journey from a fragile childhood to becoming one of the most respected fighter pilots, embodying the ideals of courage and duty.  The opening of the biography sets the stage for Guynemer's legacy, explaining the profound impact of his loss on France during the war, as indicated by widespread mourning across the nation. It introduces his character with descriptions of universal admiration he garnered, even from children who viewed him as a modern-day hero akin to historical knights like Roland. Additionally, it highlights his family's background and the nurturing environment that shaped him. The narrative hints at the exciting tales of valor and personal sacrifice that are likely to unfold, as Guynemer emerges not just as a talented aviator but as a beloved national figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18117
ER  -