BLERIOT XI: The Story of a Classic Aircraft by Tom D. Crouch

by Tom D. Crouch

Each book deals with a different historic airplane in the National Air and Space Museum's (NASM) impressive collection. The first section of each book covers the background and history of the aircraft; the second provides illustrations, diagrams, and details unique to its restoration by skilled NASM craftsmen.

Mass Market Paperback

First published April 17, 1982

About the author

Tom Day Crouch is curator emeritus of the Smithsonian, where he served both the National Air and Space Museum and the National Museum of American History in a variety of curatorial and administrative posts. Prior to coming to the Smithsonian he was employed by the Ohio Historical Society as director of education (1969-1973) and as director, Ohio American Revolution Bicentennial Advisory Commission (1973-1974).

Crouch earned a BA in history from Ohio University in 1962, an MA in history from Miami University in 1968, and a PhD in history from the Ohio State University in 1976.