num_pages: 360
description: Dancing in the Sky is the first complete telling of the First World War fighter pilottraining initiative established by the British in response to the terrible losses occurring in the skies over Europe in 1916. This program up and running in under six months despite enormous obstacles launched Canada into the age of flight ahead of the United States.The results enabled the Allies to regain control of the skies and eventually win the war but at a terrible price. Flying was in its infancy and pilot training primitive. This is the story of the talented and courageous men and women who made the training program a success complete with the romance tragedy humour and pathos that accompany an account of such heroic proportions. A valuable addition to Canada's military history this book will appeal to all who enjoy an exceptional adventure story embedded in Canada's past.
language: English
title: Dancing in the Sky: The Royal Flying Corps in Canada
publisher: Dundurn