Wings of DutyWings of Duty is the story of the two Stinson L-5 planes purchased by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community during the Partition of India and the men who flew them. Drawing on his memories as one of the pilots of these planes, Syed Muhammad Ahmad writes a gripping narrative that is exhilarating to read and also tells a powerful tale of sacrifice, endurance and triumph over adversity that vividly brings to life the events of this time. |
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