History Of The 135th Aero Squadron From July 25 To November 11, 1918 by Hart, Percival Gray - 1939

Chicago: [Privately Printed by Chicago Law Printing Co.], 1939. First Edition. Wraps. Brown wraps, black lettering on spine and illustration of an eagle on front cover, 8vo, 178 pp. With illustrations by Edward M. Urband. Account of the 135th Aero Squadron during World War I, serving as an observation and reconnaissance squadron attached to the IV Corps of the US Army. The squadron was formed in August, 1917 and trained at Rockwell Field near San Diego. "The squadron made 1,016 sorties and lost five officers in combat; two pilots and three observers. The squadron was also credited with the destruction of eight enemy aircraft in combat." Gorrell Vol. 17. Tape residue front and rear endpapers, no marks in book, binding tight. Covers clean, top corner of front cover and first few pages creased. Book condition VG.