Winged Defense - The Development and Possibilities of Modern Air Power--Economic and Military

This book is the basis for airpower doctrine in the US. It is essential reading for anyone concerned with airpower history or aerospace doctrine. William Lendrum ""Billy"" Mitchell (December 28, 1879 - February 19, 1936) was regarded as the father of the US Air Force, and is one of the most famous and most controversial figures in the history of American airpower.