The Dam Busters: A Pocket History - Softcover

Bowman, Martin W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1848685815 ISBN 13: 9781848685819

Publisher: Casemate Publishers, 2009

Synopsis

Guy Gibson’s 617 Squadron was founded for one reason only – Operation Chastise – the raid on the Ruhr dams. Using Barnes Wallis’ revolutionary bouncing bomb, the hand-picked crews trained day and night over British reservoirs, perfecting the techniques required to deliver the new weapon to its target.

About this title

About the Author:

Martin W. Bowman is one of Britain's leading aviation authors, with over 100 published books on the Second World War and post-war aviation history, and several on the landscape of East Anglia. He has also established an international reputation for his superb imagery and aerial photography. He has a passion for flying in military aircraft. He lives in Norwich, Norfolk.

Review:

... colorfully and concisely follows 617 Squadron through its milestone mission and beyond as it became one of Bomber Command's foremost formations... separates fact from fiction (Toy Soldier and Model Figure Magazine)

About this edition

• Publisher: Casemate Publishers
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1848685815
• ISBN 13: 9781848685819
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128