About the author: Hector Curriel is an illustrator, watercolor artist, and cartoonist. Born in Lima, Peru, he now lives in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. 

Image description: The cover illustration presents a dynamic scene. It features a portrait of Joe Foss, the fighter pilot, in his cockpit. He's depicted with an intense expression, wearing a flight helmet and goggles, suggesting the high-stakes world of aerial combat. His plane is cutting through the sky, and behind it is a large explosion rendered in fiery reds and oranges. There is also a man waving on the ground, a windmill, and a naval battle. The title is printed at the top of the cover, and the author's name is printed on the right side of the cover.