--- product_id: 9231999 title: "Eugene Bullard: World's First Black Fighter Pilot" price: "£56.57" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9231999-eugene-bullard-worlds-first-black-fighter-pilot store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Eugene Bullard: World's First Black Fighter Pilot **Price:** £56.57 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Eugene Bullard: World's First Black Fighter Pilot - **How much does it cost?** £56.57 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9231999-eugene-bullard-worlds-first-black-fighter-pilot) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Larry Greenly Review: A story that needed to be told and should be read by all... - Seeking the freedom and respect a black man born in 1895 was unable to obtain in his home state of Georgia and unencumbered by bigotry still so prevalent within his native United States, Eugene Bullard went on to become a hero during the First and Second World Wars while fighting for his adopted country France. What a truly fascinating story and an excellent read skillfully crafted by Bloomsburg, PA native and author Larry Greenly. You will rise out of the trenches and cross the barbwire into 'dead-man's land' as Eugene Bullard fights the Germans, as well as ride in the cockpit as he pilots the SPAD and Nieuport fighter biplanes of WWI during vicious dog fights with the red-painted German Fokker triplanes of the Richthofen Flying Circus. This is an absolute "must read" of a hero of the French Foreign Legion and the Lafayette Flying Corps who was posthumously commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force in 1994. This review was written and submitted by my husband James Fisher for whom I purchased the book as a Christmas gift. Review: Fascinating story in black history. - Fast, easy read about a fascinating man who overcame race discrimination in the U S. By making his way to France. He learned to speak fluent French and earned his fighter pilot wings, Excellent story. We need more stories like this! ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #4,437,820 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #3,583 in Teen & Young Adult Biographies | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 131 Reviews | ## Images ![Eugene Bullard: World's First Black Fighter Pilot - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51ajkORXxNL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A story that needed to be told and should be read by all... *by J***R on January 25, 2014* Seeking the freedom and respect a black man born in 1895 was unable to obtain in his home state of Georgia and unencumbered by bigotry still so prevalent within his native United States, Eugene Bullard went on to become a hero during the First and Second World Wars while fighting for his adopted country France. What a truly fascinating story and an excellent read skillfully crafted by Bloomsburg, PA native and author Larry Greenly. You will rise out of the trenches and cross the barbwire into 'dead-man's land' as Eugene Bullard fights the Germans, as well as ride in the cockpit as he pilots the SPAD and Nieuport fighter biplanes of WWI during vicious dog fights with the red-painted German Fokker triplanes of the Richthofen Flying Circus. This is an absolute "must read" of a hero of the French Foreign Legion and the Lafayette Flying Corps who was posthumously commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force in 1994. This review was written and submitted by my husband James Fisher for whom I purchased the book as a Christmas gift. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fascinating story in black history. *by S***W on September 24, 2020* Fast, easy read about a fascinating man who overcame race discrimination in the U S. By making his way to France. He learned to speak fluent French and earned his fighter pilot wings, Excellent story. We need more stories like this! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ EUGENE BULLARD - THE FIRST BLACK EAGLE & UNSUNG AMERICAN HERO *by K***T on April 30, 2015* This is a concise story about a most remarkable African American --- Eugene Bullard (1895-1961). who --- despite all the obstacles set against him at a time when overt discrimination against African Americans and other people of color was legally sanctioned and condoned in most social quarters in the U.S. --- managed to travel to Europe in 1911 in search of a better life. Three years later, with the outbreak of World War I, Bullard offered his services to the French Foreign Legion, where he fought for 2 years, distinguishing himself in battle and being seriously wounded. After he recovered, Bullard was able to transfer to the French Aéronautique Militaire, where he trained as a fighter pilot, winning his wings on May 5, 1917. Bullard's time at the Front as a combat pilot would last but a few months. Despite his commendations for valor by the French government and his proven ability as a pilot, Bullard was rejected for service in the U.S. Army Air Service when he had applied for a transfer there. (The U.S. military had no interest in having African American combat pilots.) The book goes on to outline Bullard's postwar life in Paris (where he ran a number of businesses), the intelligence work he performed for his adopted country shortly before the Second World War, and his later life back in America, where he was largely forgotten until shortly before his death when he was interviewed on a nationally popular TV show. The greatest value of "Eugene Bullard" is its inspirational value. For here was a man who defied the odds many times, and won. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9231999-eugene-bullard-worlds-first-black-fighter-pilot](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9231999-eugene-bullard-worlds-first-black-fighter-pilot) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-08*