Freedom in the Air
Freedom in the Air

Author: Hamish Ross

Publisher: Casemate Publishers

Published: 2007-11-12

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 1781594546

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“Deals with a little-known aspect of the war . . . alongside the moving story of one man’s relationship with a very special animal.”—Sqn Ldr Paul Scott, Spirit of the Air This biography tells of the life of Václav Robert Bozděch, a Czech airman who escaped from the Nazi invasion, fought with the French and finally arrived in Britain to fly as an air-gunner with the RAF during World War II. He returned to his homeland after World War II but escaped back to the UK again when the communists gained control. Again he joined the RAF and rose to the rank of Warrant Officer. The unique part of this is that from his time in France, throughout World War II and until halfway through his second tour with the RAF, Bozděch was inseparable from his Alsatian dog, Antis, who became famous and was awarded a dog equivalent to the VC. Antis flew with his owner on many bomber raids, became the squadron mascot and was officially a serving RAF dog. He played an amazing part in the second escape from the Czech communist regime, when Bozděch was lucky to make it over the border to the US zone in Germany. “The main hero of the book is not Bozděch himself, but his Alsatian, Antis . . . This book makes clear the extent of wartime and post-war suffering endured by Czechs and others fulfilling their roles in the overall search for freedom.”—Aircraft Owner & Pilot “This absorbing account of flying in WWII is based on the inseparable bond between man and dog. It is a moving story with humor and sadness. A Great Read that is Highly Recommended.”—Firetrench

Freedom Over the Airwaves
Freedom Over the Airwaves

Author: Jacques Semelin

Publisher:

Published: 2016-11-14

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 9781943271078

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This book on the relationship between communications and nonviolent resistance captures a new understanding of the events that led ultimately to the fall of the authoritarian system in communist Central and Eastern Europe in 1989. In particular, it analyzes history-making acts of resistance and the movements that propelled them in Budapest in 1956, Prague in 1968, Gdansk in 1980 and East Berlin in 1989, in their own historical continuum. As we evaluate each crisis in relation to the others, we find that beyond cultural and national differences among the countries of the Soviet sphere, the knowledge of how to develop resistance was built up in a little over three generations -- a know-how that tied together means of opposition with means of media and communication. Non-provocative, nonviolent methods of action came to supersede uncontrolled forms of violence, and even the mere temptation of armed struggle. From 1968 to 1989, the empowerment of civil resistance movements in Central Europe was witnessed--a phenomenon that strengthened the re-emergence and rebuilding of "civil society." In a new Afterword penned for the English translation, Howard Barrell extends this evaluation to encompass the role of social media and digital technology in more recent and potential resistance struggles. This preeminent study offers a rare addition to understanding the transformation of half a continent.

Air Power Against Terror: America's Conduct of Operation Enduring Freedom
Air Power Against Terror: America's Conduct of Operation Enduring Freedom

Author: Benjamin S. Lambeth

Publisher: Rand Corporation

Published: 2001-12-12

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13: 0833040537

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The terrorist attacks of 9/11 plunged the United States into a determined counteroffensive against Osama bin Laden and his al Qaeda terrorist network. This report details the initial U.S. military response to those attacks, namely, the destruction of al Qaeda?s terrorist infrastructure and the removal of the ruling Taliban regime in Afghanistan. The author emphasizes several distinctive achievements in this war, including the use of precision air-delivered weapons that were effective irrespective of weather, the first combat use of Predator unmanned aerial vehicles armed with Hellfire missiles, and the integrated employment of high-altitude drones and other air- and space-based sensors that gave CENTCOM unprecedented round-the-clock awareness of enemy activity.

Command Of The Air
Command Of The Air

Author: General Giulio Douhet

Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing

Published: 2014-08-15

Total Pages: 620

ISBN-13: 1782898522

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In the pantheon of air power spokesmen, Giulio Douhet holds center stage. His writings, more often cited than perhaps actually read, appear as excerpts and aphorisms in the writings of numerous other air power spokesmen, advocates-and critics. Though a highly controversial figure, the very controversy that surrounds him offers to us a testimonial of the value and depth of his work, and the need for airmen today to become familiar with his thought. The progressive development of air power to the point where, today, it is more correct to refer to aerospace power has not outdated the notions of Douhet in the slightest In fact, in many ways, the kinds of technological capabilities that we enjoy as a global air power provider attest to the breadth of his vision. Douhet, together with Hugh “Boom” Trenchard of Great Britain and William “Billy” Mitchell of the United States, is justly recognized as one of the three great spokesmen of the early air power era. This reprint is offered in the spirit of continuing the dialogue that Douhet himself so perceptively began with the first edition of this book, published in 1921. Readers may well find much that they disagree with in this book, but also much that is of enduring value. The vital necessity of Douhet’s central vision-that command of the air is all important in modern warfare-has been proven throughout the history of wars in this century, from the fighting over the Somme to the air war over Kuwait and Iraq.

Human Rights and African Airwaves
Human Rights and African Airwaves

Author: Harri Englund

Publisher:

Published: 2011-10-03

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13:

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Human Rights and African Airwaves focuses on Nkhani Zam'maboma, a popular Chichewa news bulletin broadcast on Malawi's public radio. The program often takes authorities to task and questions much of the human rights rhetoric that comes from international organizations. Highlighting obligation and mutual dependence, the program expresses, in popular idioms and local narrative forms, grievances and injustices that are closest to Malawi's impoverished public. Harri Englund reveals broadcasters' everyday struggles with state-sponsored biases and a listening public with strong views and a critical ear. This fresh look at African-language media shows how Africans effectively confront inequality, exploitation, and poverty.

Broadcasting Freedom
Broadcasting Freedom

Author: Barbara Dianne Savage

Publisher: UNC Press Books

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 412

ISBN-13: 9780807848043

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Tells how Blacks used radio

Love on the Airwaves
Love on the Airwaves

Author: OJ LEIGH

Publisher: OJ LEIGH

Published: 2023-09-13

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13:

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In the captivating novel, 'Love on the Airwaves,' the vibrant world of radio broadcasting comes alive, a realm where words hold the power to mend hearts and forge connections that defy convention. Nestled within the bustling city of Riverton, a tale of unexpected love unfolds between two formidable rivals of the airwaves, Alex and Keegan, whose journey promises to resonate with anyone who has ever dared to open their heart. Riverton, a city that thrives on radio culture, witnesses the daily clash of these two radio personalities. Alex and Keegan, reigning monarchs of their respective morning shows, engage in a rivalry that blazes with intensity and a rivalry that commands the attention of the entire city. Their banter, their jibes, their electrifying presence, they've all become legendary, sparking conversations and dividing listeners into passionate camps. Yet, destiny has crafted a different script for these two captivating forces. When unforeseen circumstances propel Alex and Keegan into an unexpected partnership as co-hosts of a morning show, their adversarial dynamic reaches new crescendos. Bound by professional necessity to share a studio, they unveil a facet of their personas that adds a fresh layer to their on-air chemistry, enthralling listeners with their playfulness and synergy. Behind the scenes, the narrative takes a profound turn. As they plunge into each other's lives in the name of show research, the masks they wear on air begin to slip. The hidden vulnerabilities beneath the surface are laid bare, and personal stories, dreams, and fears intertwine. As they divulge more of their authentic selves, an unanticipated connection sprouts, weaving a tapestry of emotions neither anticipated. The sparks of rivalry metamorphose into an irresistible attraction that ensnares not just their audience, but the hearts of Alex and Keegan themselves. What was once bickering transforms into genuine laughter, and the sharp-witted exchanges soften into affectionate badinage. Despite their intentions to resist, their animosity transforms into a whirlwind of emotions that neither can deny. With their show's popularity soaring and intrigued listeners speculating, Alex and Keegan must navigate the labyrinthine corridors of newfound feelings while grappling with the implications of a potential romance. Balancing their public personas with their private selves becomes a precarious dance, as they stand at the crossroads of their careers and their hearts. 'Love on the Airwaves' invites you to join a rollercoaster of emotions, an expedition peppered with laughter, tears, and unexpected turns. As the lives of Alex and Keegan intertwine, both within the studio and beyond, they uncover the profound truth that love has the audacity to blossom in the most improbable of landscapes, touching souls far beyond the realm of radio frequencies. In a world where the heart finds its melody through the broadcast of emotions, 'Love on the Airwaves' reminds us that even amidst rivalry, the human spirit yearns for connection, understanding, and a love that defies all odds.

The Other Air Force
The Other Air Force

Author: Matt Sienkiewicz

Publisher: Rutgers University Press

Published: 2016-10

Total Pages: 231

ISBN-13: 0813578019

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As it seeks to win the hearts and minds of citizens in the Muslim world, the United States has poured millions of dollars into local television and radio programming, hoping to generate pro-American currents on Middle Eastern airwaves. However, as this fascinating new book shows, the Middle Eastern media producers who rely on these funds are hardly puppets on an American string, but instead contribute their own political and creative agendas while working within U.S. restrictions. The Other Air Force gives readers a unique inside look at television and radio production in Afghanistan and the Palestinian territories, from the isolated villages of the Afghan Panjshir Valley to the congested streets of Ramallah. Communications scholar Matt Sienkiewicz explores how the U.S. takes a “soft-psy” approach to its media efforts combining “soft” methods of encouraging entertainment programming, such as adaptations of The Voice and The Apprentice with more militaristic “psy-ops” approaches to information control. Drawing from years of field research and interviews with everyone from millionaire executives to underpaid but ever resourceful cameramen, Sienkiewicz considers the perspectives of the Afghan and Palestinian media workers trying to forge viable broadcasting businesses without straying outside American-set boundaries for acceptable content. As it carefully examines the interplay of U.S. military and economic might with the capacity for local ingenuity and resistance, the book also analyzes the intriguingly complex programming that emerges from this tension. Combining eyewitness reportage with cutting-edge scholarship, The Other Air Force reveals the remarkable creative output that can emerge even from the world’s tensest conflict zones.