Dick Cole’s War: Doolittle Raider, Hump Pilot, Air Commando
Raider Pilot: Dick Cole’s War is a World War II aviation biography tracing Cole’s service from the Doolittle Raid to the Hump airlift and the First Air Commandos in Burma. The listing describes a detailed account of the CBI theater, including airfields and the challenges of wartime flying.
At a glance
- Covers Cole’s Doolittle Raid mission and subsequent wartime flying career.
- Follows his Hump airlift service in India and later role with the First Air Commandos in Burma.
- Customer feedback highlights informative coverage of the CBI theater, including day-to-day detail about airfields and operational challenges.
Reference price: $29.95
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- The account spans several distinct stages of Cole’s World War II service rather than focusing only on the Doolittle Raid.
- The listed 336-page length provides room for an extended biography and campaign context.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | University of Missouri |
|---|---|
| Publication date | September 10, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 336 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0826223672 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0826223678 |
| Weight listed | 1 pounds |
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| Dimensions | 6 x 1.1 x 9 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in Doolittle’s Raid and the people who took part.
- Readers seeking a biography connected to the Hump airlift, the CBI theater, and the First Air Commandos.
- World War II aviation history readers who value operational and airfield detail.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback is broadly positive about the biography’s story and informative content. Specific praise mentions detailed CBI theater coverage and day-to-day descriptions of airfields and challenges. That focus should appeal to readers seeking operational context alongside Cole’s personal wartime account, though the feedback does not establish how comprehensively every campaign is covered.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the story as engaging and the biography as well written.
- Feedback praises informative content, including CBI theater, airfields, and wartime challenges.
Frequently asked questions
What period and events does the book cover?
The listing describes Dick Cole’s wartime flying career, including the Doolittle Raid, Hump airlift service in India, and participation in the First Air Commandos’ Burma operation.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 336 pages.
What language is this edition?
The listed language is English.
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