Mick: Story of Major Edward Mannock, VC, DSO, MC, RFC, RAF

[Doug Mace]

Has anybody read or heard of this book by James M Dudgeon written in '81? I can't find a review. Fascinating guy, Mick, would like to know more...and/or if anybody can recommend any other books about young Mannock, I'd love to hear about them. Thanks              -M

[lcarroll]

Doug,
    I have not heard of this book until now.
    I have "Ace With One Eye" by Oughton and Smyth and also "King of Airfighters" by Ira Jones. Both are very good reads although I don't agree with the latter's pursuit of establishing Mannock's record at 73 victories vs. the 51 he himself claimed. I won't go further then that on the topic! Both these books though provide an impressive history of the man, one of the greatest aces of the conflict and a brilliant tactical leader. I recommend both as well worth pursuing!
Cheers,
Lance

[rayb24]

I don't agree with the latter's pursuit of establishing Mannock's record at 73 victories vs. the 51 he himself claimed. I won't go further then that on the topic! Both these books though provide an impressive history of the man, one of the greatest aces of the conflict and a brilliant tactical leader. I recommend both as well worth pursuing!
Cheers,
Lance

From what I have read Mannock was more concerned with bringing along new pilots so they could survive.... Pity he didn’t.   
Ray

[Doug Mace]

Thanks, Lance...I'll look for the Jones book being as how he was a squadron mate, accomplished ace himself and good chum of Major Mick so must of had quite a bit of first hand experience to offer....how often do you get that formula in a biography? And yeah, Ray...Mannock broke an unwritten rule and paid for it...but from what I gather, exactly how he died still hasn't really been resolved so I'm keen to learn more.         -M