'I do not think that Malan could join a squadron without improving
it, however good it was. Not by sword-waving, but by a strength of
mind and integrity that are at once recognizable and effective...he
was the best pilot of the War' - Air Commodore Al Deere, C.B.E.,
D.S.O., D.F.C. Malan was thirty years of age during the Battle of
Britain, old for a fighter pilot, but his maturity gave his
leadership a firm authority. The Battle of Britain produced many
airmen of great skill and accomplishment; high achievers who made
their mark in one of history's most memorable and demanding
campaigns. But only a few of these men distinguished themselves in
such a way as to become legends in their own lifetimes. Among the
greatest of these was Sailor Malan. Here is the story of this
talented man, eloquently told by Philip Kaplan who manages to
strike a balance between objectivity and reverence in order to
commit Malan's story to paper. Featured too are a series of
evocative black and white illustrations which supplement the
descriptive text and work to create a real sense of the character
of the man, flourishing as he did in this dramatic wartime context.
As Malan continues to inspire young Aviators, this record looks set
to preserve his legacy for a new generation of pilots as well as
hardy Aviation enthusiasts.
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