[Brian]

Peter

I have to respond once again. Your remark that Heinrich Weiss' research work/conclusions are "disingenuous rubbish" do you no favours. Please retract this. He cannot defend himself and I am sure that you uncovered much original information among his copious notes now safely in the hands of Larry Hickey.

Although I have yet to see your tome, I feel confident that I will find omissions and errors - as will others (as they did in 'Twelve Days in May') - but we would surely refrain from doubting your overall ability as an aviation historian/researcher/writer.

Please record your apology here for all to see. Heinrich was a remarkable researcher and is sorely missed. His work - sans a few errors - will stand the test of time.

Brian

(Please don't oblige me to write 'another' final word on the subject!)