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617: Going to War with Today´s Dambusters
Tim Bouquet
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Description for 617: Going to War with Today´s Dambusters
Paperback. The inside story of today's Dambusters, 617 Squadron RAF, at war in Afghanistan. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations (colour). BIC Classification: 1FCA; 3JM; HBJF; HBLX; HBWS4; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 21. Weight in Grams: 294.
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 support to troops on the ground.
Tim Bouquet was given unprecedented access to 617's pre-deployment training and blistering tour in Afghanistan. ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Orion Publishing Co United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
Number of Pages
352
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781409129882
SKU
V9781409129882
Shipping Time
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Ref
99-10
About 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.
Reviews for 617: Going to War with Today´s Dambusters
A gripping and revealing account of how the modern generation of Dambusters uphold the traditions of courage and sacrifice of their World War II brethren. One cannot fail to be impressed by the bravery, dedication and professionalism displayed by this new breed of aviator.
John Nichol The legendary Dambuster squadron is still in safe hands. 617 offers a rare ... Read more
John Nichol The legendary Dambuster squadron is still in safe hands. 617 offers a rare ... Read more