A Yank in Bomber Command
A Yank in Bomber Command by Robert S Raymond, published by Hippocrene Books in 1977, presents a unique narrative of an American serving in the Royal Air Force Bomber Command during World War II. This first edition spans 159 pages and is written in English, drawing from the diaries and letters of Robert Raymond, a Kansas City native who completed 30 missions in a RAF Avro Lancaster between late 1942 and early 1943. The book offers an authentic firsthand account of his experiences, including managing a diverse crew and witnessing the realities of aerial operations during the war.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of Raymond’s journey, capturing the essence of life as a bomber crew leader amidst the backdrop of wartime Britain. The narrative reflects on the camaraderie among crew members from various backgrounds and the emotional weight of their missions. Through his writings, Raymond provides insight into the challenges and triumphs faced during this tumultuous period, making it a significant personal narrative within the context of World War II’s aerial operations.
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Originally published in the United Kingdom 20 years ago in a much less extensive edition, A Yank in Bomber Command is the most uncommon story of an American who served as a crew leader in the Royal Air Force Bomber Command.
Taken from the diaries and letters of Robert Raymond, a Kansas City native who flew 30 missions in a RAF Avro Lancaster during late 1942 and early 1943, this authentic and primary document gives the reader a firsthand account of what it was like to feel the wings of a Lancaster; to manage a crew of Englishmen, Irishmen, and Canadians; to see one’s bombs pour into the cauldron of war; and to pass on leave through the English countryside and the streets of London at a time when Britain was headline news.
Though Raymond eventually offered his services to the U.S. Army Air Force, for a brief period he was one of World War II’s truly remarkable airmen. This selection of his writings from the period offer a full and rich account of his special place in the War’s history.
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