War Eagles, the Story of the Eagle Squadron by James Saxon Childers
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War Eagles, the Story of the Eagle Squadron by James Saxon Childers
Author
James Saxon Childers
Lifespan
1899-1965
Author Biography
James Saxon Childers, a prominent writer and educator, had a diverse and impactful career. Born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, Childers pursued higher education at Oberlin College and later studied at Oxford University as a Rhodes Scholar. He taught literature and creative writing at Birmingham-Southern College while also contributing as a columnist and book reviewer for The Birmingham News. Childers published numerous novels, travel books, and biographies, often exploring themes of racial integration and social issues. His work was well-received by critics, particularly his travel books. Childers served as a US Air Force intelligence officer during World War II and later worked for The Atlanta Journal and the US State Department. Despite facing challenges due to his liberal views on integration, Childers remained dedicated to his writing and lecturing career until his passing from cancer in the mid-1960s.
Publisher
Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, edited by Beverley Park Rilett, http://AlabamaAuthors.org
Publication Date
1943
Original Publication
War Eagles, the Story of the Eagle Squadron. New York; D Appleton, 1943.
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Citation
Childers, James Saxon, “War Eagles, the Story of the Eagle Squadron by James Saxon Childers,” Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, accessed October 5, 2024, https://alabamaauthors.org/items/show/7901.