Under the Radar A Novel
Under the Radar A Novel by James Hamilton-Paterson is published by Faber & Faber in 2014 and spans 299 pages. This novel is set in 1961 and revolves around a squadron of Vulcan aircraft, Britain’s advanced nuclear bombers, as they embark on a simulated mission targeting the east coast of the United States. The narrative explores the intricacies of military operations during the Cold War, highlighting the capabilities of these aircraft, including their electronic warfare devices designed to jam American radar systems.
Readers will find a detailed portrayal of the lives of British pilots amid the tensions of the era, as the story unfolds around a significant military exercise that nearly turns catastrophic. The novel delves into themes related to war and military strategy, providing insight into the psychological and operational aspects of the pilots involved. With its focus on historical events and the complexities of aerial warfare, this edition offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in military history.
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1961. A squadron of Vulcan aircraft, Britain’s most lethal nuclear bomber, flies towards the east coast of the US. Highly manoeuverable, the great delta-winged machines are also equipped with state-of-the-art electronic warfare devices that jam American radar systems. Evading the fighters scrambled to intercept them, the British aircraft target Washington and New York, reducing them to smoking ruins. They would have done, at least, if this were not an exercise. This extraordinary raid, which actually took place, opens James Hamilton-Paterson’s novel about the lives of British pilots at the height of the Cold War.
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