There I was at 500 Feet: An Anecdotal History of No 1 Parachute Training School

Brendon Books, Bath Place, Taunton, TA1 4ER

13 Feb 2025

Description

A book in two parts. Dive into the daring world of the RAF Parachute Jump Instructor and let these tales collected by Peter Hearn elevate your spirit. B

There I was at 500 Feet: An Anecdotal History of No 1 Parachute Training School
Be inspired as you experience the anecdotal history of the RAF Parachute Training School from its earliest beginnings, and from where where history met adrenaline.

Imagine the heart-pounding excitement of leaping from an aeroplane, knowing in a coming day you will jump into battle. Where every jump tells a story and every story inspires a leap of faith. With each anecdote you’ll gain insight into the camaraderie, courage, and life lessons that unfold in the skies.

This captivating book chronicles the remarkable stories of the men who taught the men to jump. Through narratives telling of exhilarating first jumps to heartwarming moments with students. These stories capture the thrill, humour, and humanity behind each jump.

Then in part two, discover the profound legacy of being a child of one such PJI as he navigates a childhood filled with adventure, challenges, and unique lessons learned from a father who was happier in the desert than he was at home.

Haydn reflects on the impact of his father’s wartime profession. The lessons his father learned in the glory above the clouds in the heat of the desert. Whose values and resilience transcended the drop zone and instilled in him lessons of courage and discipline. Through heartfelt reflection, the author captures the essence of growing up in the shadow of a legend who showed how the sky is not the limit, but just the beginning. Sharing how his father shaped his values, inspired his dreams, and prepared him for life's challenges, on the ground, at sea and in the air.

This book celebrates the highs, the lows and the profound influence of a father who who wore a parachute to work and taught his son to reach for the skies.

Author Haydn Welch gives a talk on the book, a q&a session and a book signing at Brendon Books!


Opening Hours

Thursday 13th February
7pm - 8.30pm

 

Pricing

£9.99

Book tickets HERE

 

Contact

There I was at 500 Feet: An Anecdotal History of No 1 Parachute Training School
Brendon Books
Bath Place
Taunton
TA1 4ER
United Kingdom


T: 01823 337742

E: brendonbooks@gmail.com

W: brendonbooks.org/

Facebook: @brendonbooks


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