Bomber Command The Victoria Cross Raids
Bomber Command The Victoria Cross Raids by Martyn Chorlton, published by Countryside Books in 2014, is an illustrated edition comprising 192 pages. This book presents the stories of the 23 members of RAF Bomber Command who were awarded the Victoria Cross during World War II, a period marked by significant loss, with 55,000 men from the command losing their lives. Chorlton details the circumstances surrounding each award, highlighting the valor and sacrifice displayed by these individuals as they undertook perilous missions over occupied Europe.
Readers will find a thorough exploration of the acts of heroism that defined these airmen’s experiences, as well as the historical context of their missions. The narrative delves into the challenges faced by Bomber Command, emphasizing the bravery required to confront the dangers of war. This edition serves as a tribute to those who served, focusing on the military history of World War II and the aviation efforts that characterized this tumultuous time.
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RAF Bomber Command lost 55,000 men during WWII. Their motto was Press on Regardless and the majority of their operational missions involved flying into the fiery, smoke-filled skies of occupied Europe. No less than 23 of their members were awarded Britain’s highest decoration for valor – The Victoria Cross – most of them posthumously.
Martyn Chorlton’s book tells the stories of each of them – detailing how and why they won their medal. It recalls feats of unparalleled heroism and self sacrifice; memorable and terrifying.
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