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U-2 Spy Pilot tells His Story
POWERS, Francis Gary (1929-1977). American pilot, recruited by the CIA, his U-2 Spy Plane was shot down by the Russians (May 1, 1960). He was interrogated by the KGB for 61 days. He was released from a Russian prison in 1962. He was labeled a traitor by many of his fellow countrymen but proven to have been one of America’s heroes. His book; “Operation Overflight, The U-2 Spy Pilot Tells His Story For The First Time.” Holt, Rinehart & Winston, July 1970, later printing. Three hundred seventy-five pages, illustrated. Fine presentation inscription, signed and dated on the front free endpaper: “To Fred McNally, It was a real pleasure meeting you. Best wishes and combined success. Francis Gary Powers, jan.1,1970.” A near fine copy with dust jacket...........................SOLD
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