The author of this short history, Leonard Miller, was an equipment officer with 55 Squadron. It has been long out of print since it was originally published in 1919.

The author writes in an ‘end of term review’ style that is quite amusing and very much of the period. He takes us from the formation of the Squadron on 5 March 1916 at Castle Bromwich to the last days of January 1919 when it was reduced to cadre and returned to England. 

He begins by briefly detailing the preparations in England for the transfer to France, thereafter covering the various bombing raids that the Squadron took part in flying their DH4s. The story is broken down into month-by-month accounts, though the only name that appears is that of the Squadron dog called Roger, who was stolen by 100 Squadron.

The book concludes with useful appendices: Officers and Men who received decorations; COs and flight commanders; aircraft and engines, and officers who took part in raids, including casualties, and aircrew posted missing. The appendix ends with a collection of songs which were sung in the mess at the time. 
The book has a few illustrations, mainly black and white copies of water colours by Lt B.F. Sandy, which have reproduced quite well. This is an enjoyable and informative read, and I can recommend it.