by Scott O'Grady (Author)
This is the amazing, true survival tale of an American Air Force pilot who was shot down during a peacekeeping mission over Bosnia. "Basher Five-Two" includes a photo insert with pictures of the captain as a child, as well as of his plane.
Front Jacket
U.S. Air Force Captain Scott O'Grady was shot down in his F-16 over Bosnia while helping to keep the peace. The plane exploded, and Captain O'Grady fell 5 miles to the ground below. In exciting detail, Captain O'Grady tells how he evaded capture and how, with little water and no food, he was able to survive on his own in enemy territory.
Author Biography
Scott O'Grady has accumulated more than 1,300 military flying hours, including over 1,000 in the F-16 for the U. Air Force Reserve. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller Return with Honor.
Number of Pages: 144
Dimensions: 0.5 x 7.5 x 5.1 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: July 06, 1998
Award: Sasquatch Award (2000)
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Basher Five-Two: The True Story of F-16 Fighter Pilot Captain Scott O'Grady
Interest Level: Middle Grades, 4-8
Reading Level: 7
Point Value: 5
