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An incredible true story of combat and chivalry in the wartorn skies of world war. A higher call exemplifies beautifully the brotherhood of warriors, and will forever change how you look at world war ii. Another book followed, called voices of the pacific. Adam makos is the author of the new york times and international bestseller a higher call. Makos has been writing for valor since high school but his first independent novel was in 2012 when a higher call was released, it detailed air battles during world war ii and followed the wartime lives of six airmen. An incredible true story of combat and chivalry in the wartorn skies of world war ii kindle edition. Like every makos book, it entertains from start to finish and it does not intimidate. Colorado author adam makos, whose books include a higher call and voices in the pacific, shares stories from world war ii veterans march 29, 20, 2. Hailed as a masterful storyteller by the associated press, adam makos is the author of the new york times bestseller a higher call, spearhead, and the criticallyacclaimed devotion. This past may, the inaugural a higher call tour to europe launched with stops at the actual locations from the beloved book. An incredible true story of combat and chivalry in the wartorn skies of world war ii by adam makos and larry alexander 2014. From aviations formative years there has always been a feeling of fraternity among aviators. A higher call is a must read for all wwii aficionados, history buffs, and aviation enthusiasts.
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