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Voices of Courage: The Dam Busters

Voices of Courage: The Dam Busters

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On May 17, 1943, the residents of Günne, Germany, heard air-raid warnings and a massive tidal wave came roaring down the valley towards them. Guy Gibson led 'X Squadron of 19 specially adapted Lancasters equipped with Barnes Walliss 'bouncing bomb' to attack the Möhne Dam. While some returned home as heroes, others were shot down and survived crashed aircraft or lived in POW camps. The Dam Busters raids have gone down as one of the most famous air strikes in history, but there is a darker side to the story, with 40% of the aircrews dying and the trauma experienced by those unlucky enough to be its target.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2020
Publisher: Amberley Publishing


On May 17, 1943, the residents of Günne, a German village near the Möhne Dam, heard air-raid warnings, initially perceived as a precautionary measure. However, ninety minutes later, an immense tidal wave descended upon the valley, led by Guy Gibson, commanding 'X Squadron' of 19 specially adapted Lancasters equipped with Barnes Walliss' "bouncing bomb." Gibson and his men faced overwhelming odds, yet their unwavering determination prevailed. Some, like Squadron Leader Young, successfully breached the dam, returning home as heroes. Others, like Pilot Officer Byers and his crew, tragically lost their lives, shot down just after crossing the North Sea while still miles away from their targets. A limited number of individuals involved managed to survive crashed aircraft and endure the war in POW camps.

The Dam Busters raids have etched their place in history as one of the most renowned air strikes, symbolizing courage and resilience. Nevertheless, this remarkable story encompasses a darker side, affecting both the aircrews, with a casualty rate of 40%, and the civilians residing below the dams, many of whom were not German. This compelling account delves into the firsthand experiences of those present during those dramatic events. While the exact truth may differ from the legend, one undeniable aspect is the extraordinary bravery displayed by the pilots who undertook the most perilous mission of their lives, as well as the profound trauma inflicted upon those unfortunate enough to be its targets.

Weight: 370g
Dimension: 221 x 126 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398104068

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