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Guy Gibson: Dambuster
Geoff Simpson
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Description for Guy Gibson: Dambuster
Hardback. A brand new profile of one of the most controversial airmen of WWII. A lively evocation of one of the most dramatic periods of military history. Charts the life of a much decorated, highly praised young pilot, who paid the ultimate price for his heroism Num Pages: 191 pages, 16 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJH; BGH; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 242 x 164 x 23. Weight in Grams: 502.
A new assessment of the life of one of the most famous and controversial airmen of the Second World War, this book covers Guy Gibson's sometimes troubled upbringing and the impact on him of his time at St Edward's School, Oxford. In particular, the story of his career in the RAF is relayed, including his stunning leadership achievement in creating No 617 Squadron and leading its attack on the dams of western Germany. The much discussed circumstances of his unnecessary death and the theories which have grown up around it are examined, as well as his legacy - he remains ... Read more
A new assessment of the life of one of the most famous and controversial airmen of the Second World War, this book covers Guy Gibson's sometimes troubled upbringing and the impact on him of his time at St Edward's School, Oxford. In particular, the story of his career in the RAF is relayed, including his stunning leadership achievement in creating No 617 Squadron and leading its attack on the dams of western Germany. The much discussed circumstances of his unnecessary death and the theories which have grown up around it are examined, as well as his legacy - he remains ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Pen & Sword Books Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
191
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
Weight
502g
Number of Pages
204
Place of Publication
South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781781590553
SKU
V9781781590553
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Ref
99-2
About Geoff Simpson
Geoff Simpson is a writer and journalist who has studied the RAF in the Second World War for many years. He has written a number of books on the subject, as well as lecturing and broadcasting. He also leads battlefield tours in southern England, visiting sites associated with the Battle of Britain. Geoff is a Trustee of the Battle of ... Read more
Reviews for Guy Gibson: Dambuster
The much discussed circumstances of his death and the theories which have grown up around it are examined, as well as his legacy- he remains a great British hero almost 70 years after his death in a world utterly different to the one he knew. -London Calling A brilliant account of a complex character. Very much recommended if you ... Read more