Skyward 1928

by Richard Evelyn Byrd

1928. Man's mastery of the air as shown by the brilliant flights of America's leading air explorer. His life, his thrilling adventures, his North Pole and Transatlantic flights, together with his plans for conquering the Antarctic by air. Illustrated.

Genres: Aviation

Paperback

First published January 1, 1936

About the author

Richard Evelyn Byrd Jr. (1888–1957), an American naval officer, was a pioneering American aviator, polar explorer, and organizer of polar logistics. Aircraft flights in which he served as a navigator and expedition leader crossed the Atlantic Ocean, a segment of the Arctic Ocean, and a segment of the Antarctic Plateau. He is also known for discovering Mount Sidley, the largest dormant volcano in Antarctica.
Byrd said that his expeditions had been the first to reach both the North Pole and the South Pole by air. His belief that he reached the North Pole is disputed.

Reviews

[Vince · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting read. Draw your own conclusions.

[Gregory · Rating 5 out of 5]

Anybody interested in history of flight, and a true American hero should read this book!