Kiwis* at war 1939-40 and earlier. Part two, Air force & civil aviation.

* and selected others.

Edited by Martin B. Watson.

"Young New Zealanders write from the cauldron of World War Two ... as it happens - or very soon thereafter"--Cover.

Introduction -- Narratives: Early days -- before and after the declaration of war -- First solo flight -- Wings over the Pacific -- The development of fighter Aircraft -- The birth of RNZAF Ohakea -- A pilot's training -- "Cobber Kain" and the campaign in France, Germany shows her hand -- The Battle of Britain, Empire warriors show their resolve -- The bombers -- Britain strikes back -- "Grid" Caldwell -- he can still take it!! -- Making the mosquito -- A famous Churchillian compliment -- Snippets, brief items of interest -- Index of personnel.