A Higher Call
An Incredible True Story of Combat and Chivalry in the War-Torn Skies of World War II
Adam Makos|Larry Alexander
The book recounts the extraordinary encounter between a German Luftwaffe ace, Franz Stigler, and an American B-17 pilot, Charlie Brown, during a WWII aerial battle. Highlighting the acts of humanity and honor, it details how Stigler chose to spare the lives of his enemies rather than secure another kill, forging a bond between the two men that would surface many years later.
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