"WINGMAN" is a true story concerning the lives of fighter pilots in World War II. It delves into their hopes, fears, and aspirations. It also focuses on some hair-raising experience while fighting in the skies above Germany and the subsequent shooting down and capture of the author (Frank Speer), followed by his escape and eventual repatriation.

This book is dedicated to the United States Army Air Force (USAAF) fighter pilots, who, as wingmen, supported their lead pilots, and helped many of them to add another precious day to their lives. It also recognizes how indispensable the support of the ground crews was in the many dangerous missions flown by the pilots.

Their was an affinity between the USAAF pilots and their ground crews that created a symbiotic relationship. The ground crews were deeply aware that their pilots were fighting their war for them. They appreciated their pilots' courage, intelligence, and genuine devotion to duty. In return, the pilots possessed sincere humility in their relationship to their crews upon whose skills their very lives depended. They shared their victories and their losses in a way that few people can comprehend.

This fascinating book transcends its heroes and becomes a story about all men, all bravery, and all ideals. Frank Speer displays an insight and expertise in his knowledge of this particular world. It is stunning in its descriptions, and astonishing in its depiction of incidents.


ISBN: 0806245395
ISBN-13: 978-0806245393