WW2 British RAF POW The Cooler King True Story of William Ash Spitfire Pilot Used Hardcover Reference Book

This used hardcover reference book, titled *WW2 British RAF POW The Cooler King: True Story of William Ash Spitfire Pilot*, provides a detailed account of the wartime experiences of William Ash, an American volunteer who served as a Spitfire pilot in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. The volume explores Ash’s service, his capture by enemy forces, and subsequent experiences as a prisoner of war in German camps. Known as the “Cooler King” for his numerous escape attempts and resulting stays in solitary confinement, Ash’s story is presented with historical context and firsthand references. The book includes information on life within POW camps, escape methods, and the broader experiences of RAF airmen held in captivity. This reference is suitable for researchers, historians, and collectors interested in RAF history, World War II aviation, and prisoner of war narratives. The hardcover shows signs of previous use appropriate to its age.  Total of 305 pages.