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Daniel Knowles Author

Geoff Mills, the inspiring spirit behind this book, has spent many years researching the Second World War airfields of the United Kingdom. When asked why he undertook the task he said: 'Why did I write this? To me it is simply because in years to come no one will remember the endeavours or sacrifices that the men and women based at these stations made in their youth, and without a reference to where these stations were its 'another nail in the coffin' as most now are disappearing under the plough.' Not only do I dedicate this book to all those that flew from these airfields, some never to return, but also to my wife, Eileen. Daniel Knowles was born in Newcastle-upon-Tyne and has been interested in history since the age of eight. The main focus of his historical interest is the Second World War. In 2016 he graduated with an honours degree in History and Politics from the University of Northumbria. His previous works include 'Tirpitz: The Life and Death of Germany's Last Great Battleship', 'HMS Hood: Pride of the Royal Navy', and 'Yamato'.