The Dambusters raid on 17 May 1943, when specially modified Lancasters attacked & destroyed the Rhur dams in Germany, is one of the legendary moments of the second world war. This book tells the story behind the mission, & re-lives the attack itself. Fully inllustrated & accompanied by beautifully reproduced memorabilia representing every aspect of the raid sourced from the archives of the RAF & National Archives, this unique homage to the Dambusters squadron is an essential companion to one of the war's exciting & daring raids. Memorabilia
Includes:: Wing Commander Guy Gibson's log book for the test runs & mission. Red crayon sketch drawn to demonstrate the bouncing bomb The official plan of attack & more!