We ship worldwide.
All shipping is charged at cost.
Ask us about combined shipping for more than one item.
| Shopify Unique ID: | 10561125089572 |
| Trademe Reference: | PR1217 (9) |
| Category: | |
| New / Used: | Used |
Description
SPITFIRE STRIKES: A New Zealand Fighter Pilot's Story
by Johnnie Houlton
DESCRIPTION
ISBN: 0719541786
Format: small hardcover with dust jacket
Published: John Murray, 1985, 1st edition
Size (mm): 145 w x 220 h x 25 d
Pages: 257
SKU: A5/2107/0365/K509
ABOUT
Johnnie Houlton had arrived in Britain from New Zealand under the Empire Training Scheme in early 1942.
For the next two years he was almost continually in action at Kenley, Tangmere, Biggin Hill, Hornchurch, Selsey & in Normandy or seeking action, mainly with 485 (NZ) Spitfire Squadron. He volunteered for service in Malta in August 1942, spending five months their during the siege. On his return to the UK re rejoined 485 Squadron which was carrying out regular sweeps over Northern France. By the time of the Normandy landings he was flying the Spitfire Mark IX and he and his section were the first since the invasion began to shoot down enemy aircraft.
Illustrated with monochrome images.
CONDITION
Immaculate with only light wear on dust jacket, otherwise near new. Images depict all need to know detail.
REMARKS
Scarce locally
SHIPPING
All shipping is at cost and via tracked courier.
We do not risk letter post.
Ensure your delivery address is secure.
Options on request: PO Box, Signature, International
Combined shipping must be setup prior on request, no manual refunds post sale.
LEADING VINTAGE BOOKSHOP SINCE 1989
Books - Newspapers - Magazines - Posters - Maps - Ephemera
BUY WITH CONFIDENCE
- Only quality products, listings, images
- Buy Now pricing, no auctions, no waiting
- Bank deposit on request
- Our feedback speaks for itself
- Prompt shipping across NZ and 42 countries
-
Only eco-packaging, no plastic
TAX INVOICE ON SALE, GST 115-006-975
Listing format © 1989-2026 Unicorn Books Ltd
