Not Bloody Likely!
Not Bloody Likely! by Owen Jack Bollam is a memoir published by Athena Press in 2007. This 66-page book, written in English, offers a personal account of Bollam’s experiences as a pilot during World War II. He reflects on his journey from early victories in school cricket to joining the Royal Air Force, training in the United States, and ultimately serving as a flying instructor in the Royal Canadian Air Force. The narrative captures the daring spirit of young aviators and the challenges they faced during a tumultuous period in history.
In this memoir, readers will find a blend of personal anecdotes and historical context, as Bollam recounts both the triumphs and trials of his military service. The book emphasizes themes of bravery and sacrifice while maintaining a sense of adventure throughout the narrative. With its focus on biography and personal memoirs, Not Bloody Likely! provides insight into the life of a pilot navigating the complexities of war, technology, and engineering in the context of World War II and its impact on Europe and Great Britain.
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We were the daredevils of the world, weren’t we – the dashing young aviators of World War II. We were supposed to find out whether we were going to live or die by daring the Devil, and I was never to be outdone in those early days. From early victories at school cricket, Owen Jack Bollam knew what it was like to feel invincible. After joining the Royal Air Force during the war, training as a pilot in the US and then becoming a flying instructor in the Royal Canadian Air Force, he found his great mission in life. Despite recounting some of the darkest days of world history, and commemorating the bravery and sacrifice of so many, Not Bloody Likely! is the memoir of one man who managed to retain his sense of adventure.
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