Pushing the Envelope: The Career of Fighter Ace and Test Pilot Marion Carl

by Marion E. Carl, Barrett Tillman, Marion E. Carl and Barrett Tillman

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First published in 1994, this stirring autobiography of a fighter and test pilot takes readers full throttle through Carl's imposing list of firsts. Beginning with his World War II career, he gained such commendations as first Marine Corps ace, among the first Marines ever to fly a helicopter, and first Marine to land aboard an aircraft carrier. His combat duty included the momentous battles at Midway and Guadalcanal. Not one to rest on his laurels,...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:1591148669

ISBN13:9781591148661

Release Date:March 2005

Publisher:US Naval Institute Press

Length:152 Pages

Weight:0.55 lbs.

Dimensions:0.4" x 6.4" x 9.0"

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