No 617 ‘Dambuster’ Sqn
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About this book
Most famous for the dambusting raid in the darkest days of the Second World War, the No 617 Sqn were a vastly experienced crew. It was the first, and only, squadron to use certain equipment and weapons in combat. This study covers the history of the No 617 Squadron. It explains the men, aircraft, weapons and operations of this squadron.
Contents
- Chapter 1 - Formation of the Squadron and training for the Dams raid
- Chapter 2 - Further operations 1943 and into 1944
- Chapter 3 - D-Day and Operation Taxable
- Chapter 4 - The end of the war in Europe and after
- Appendices: 1 – Squadron Commanders 2 – Aircraft 3 – Weapons 4 – Plates Commentaries
Paperback; October 2009; 128 pages; ISBN: 9781846034299