Summary
The inside story of today’s Dambusters, 617 Squadron RAF, at war in Afghanistan.
In May 1943, 617 Squadron RAF executed one of the most daring operations in military history as bombers mounted a raid against hydro-electric dams in Germany. 617 Squadron became a Second World War legend. Nearly 70 years later, in April 2011, a new generation of elite flyers, now flying supersonic Tornado GR4 bombers, was deployed to Afghanistan - their mission: to provide close air supp…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781409129882 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1409129888 |
| Author: | Tim Bouquet |
| Publisher: | Orion Publishing Co |
| Imprint: | Orion |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 352 |
| Release Date: | 7 July 2014 |
| Weight: | 245g |
| Dimensions: | 196mm x 130mm x 26mm |
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A gripping and revealing account of how the modern generation of Dambusters upholds the traditions of courage and sacrifice of their World War II brethren
A gripping and revealing account of how the modern generation of Dambusters upholds the traditions of courage and sacrifice of their World War II brethren
The 617 Squadron of 2011 might not have bombed targets on a daily basis, nor found itself under constant enemy attack, but this book is no less fascinating for that. As a detailed picture of how a modern fast-leg squadron operates and functions, it is utterly compelling - MAIL ON SUNDAYAbout The Author
Tim Bouquet
Tim Bouquet is a journalist, writer, editor, broadcaster and traveller. He contributes to leading titles including the Telegraph Magazine and The Times Magazine.
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