Rowley, Clive
Dambusters
- ISBN 13:
- 9781911703235
- author:
- Rowley, Clive
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Mortons Media Group
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 132
- Dimensions:
- 1 x 29.7 x 29.7 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Transport, Aviation,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Dams Raid: A Story of Ingenuity and Courage In May 1943, the RAF launched one of its most famous missions, Operation Chastise, also known as the Dams Raid. This daring operation, led by Barnes Wallis and his team at Vickers and Avro, aimed to disrupt Germany's war effort by targeting three major dams in the Ruhr Valley. The story behind this legendary mission is one of human complexity, with flawed individuals making mistakes that often bordered on miracles. Squadron Leader Clive Rowley revisits this pivotal moment in history, shedding new light on the men who took part and the engineering brilliance that made it possible. This bookazine includes previously unpublished pictures and stunning artwork, bringing to life the real people behind the myth. By setting the record straight, Rowley pays tribute to the 53 airmen who lost their lives during the raid, and highlights the squadron's remarkable post-Dams Raid achievements as a specialist precision bombing unit.
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