{"product_id":"2026100011311-secondhand-air-base-richmond-the-story-of-the-raaf-base-on-the-hawkesbury","title":"Air Base Richmond: The Story Of The Raaf Base On The Hawkesbury","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Very good\u003cbr\u003eJacket: No dust jacket\u003cbr\u003ePages: Good\u003cbr\u003eCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNestled on the banks of the Hawkesbury River northwest of Sydney, RAAF Base Richmond stands as one of Australia's oldest and most storied military aviation establishments — and Derek Roylance's meticulously researched chronicle brings its remarkable history to life. Air Base Richmond traces the base's origins from the pioneering days of early flight, through the crucible of World War II, and into its enduring role as a cornerstone of Australia's aerial defence, presenting a narrative rich with the courage, innovation, and sacrifice of the men and women who served there.\n\nRoylance writes with the authority of a dedicated historian and the passion of an aviation enthusiast, grounding sweeping national events in the personal stories of those who lived and flew from Richmond's storied tarmac. The book illustrates the base's strategic significance within the Royal Australian Air Force's broader operational history, while also documenting the evolution of military aviation technology across the decades. A compelling tribute to an institution that has shaped Australia's skies, this volume leaves the reader wondering what further secrets and triumphs are yet to be uncovered within its hangars and archives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50572377424091,"sku":"2026100011311-SECONDHAND","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/5f6e47db-6a6d-42f6-a655-3f3f99086fcd.png?v=1791166466","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026100011311-secondhand-air-base-richmond-the-story-of-the-raaf-base-on-the-hawkesbury","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}