QUEST FOR A NORTHERN AIR ROUTE Alexander Forbes HC/DJ 1953 2nd Print ILLUS

Description: GUEST FOR A NORTHERN AIR ROUTEby Alexander ForbesIllustrated Description Hardcover with dust jacket; 138 pages; Size Approx. 6 1/4 X 9 1/2. Published by Harvard University Press; 1953 2nd printing. Details: "The vast northern air routes project of early World War II was concerned with the planning and establishment of airfields and weather stations from Montana to Greenland.""The importance of the “Crystal” air route for flying across Arctic wastes to Europe was realized by the nation’s top planners in 1941, and Commander (later Captain) Alexander Forbes was sent on several expeditions to locate bases for military use in these areas. The author describes these sailing expeditions with infectious enthusiasm."Contains 35 illustrations and 9 maps. A fine addition for your bookshelf! Condition: The book is in very good condition with a solid binding and clean pages, no names or markings.The unclipped dust jacket is edge-worn with chips and tears, good. Note: The letter/number at the end of the title line for this listing is just an inventory code for locating the book. Shipping Free Domestic Economy Shipping! Payment Paypal Accepted Check out my other items! Be sure to add me to your favorites list!

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