This is the story of the nineteen aircrews of No.617 Squadron who carried out the May 1943 attack on dams that were viewed as essential to Germany's war efforts. Of the 56 airmen, 53 were killed and 3 were captured. Their stories are told through family archives, official documents, flying logbooks, and witness recollections.
This is the story of the nineteen aircrews of No.617 Squadron who carried out the May 1943 attack on dams that were viewed as essential to Germany's war efforts. Of the 56 airmen, 53 were killed and 3 were captured. Their stories are told through family archives, official documents, flying logbooks, and witness recollections.