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Mosquito Thunder Stuart R. Scott

Mosquito Thunder By Stuart R. Scott

Mosquito Thunder by Stuart R. Scott


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Summary

The sequel to Battle-axe Blenheims, this book presents the true account of the heroic exploits of the famous bomber squadron, No. 105, between 1942 and 1945. The No. 105 Squadron was the first to fly the de Havilland Mosquito, and pioneered low-level and shallow-dive attacks on enemy targets.

Mosquito Thunder Summary

Mosquito Thunder: No.105 Squadron RAF at War, 1942-45 by Stuart R. Scott

The comprehensive sequel to Battle-axe Blenheims, this book presents the true account of the heroic exploits of the famous bomber squadron, No. 105, between 1942 and 1945. The No. 105 Squadron was the first to fly the de Havilland Mosquito, and pioneered low-level and shallow-dive attacks on enemy targets. In the face of deadly anti-aircraft fire, these operations resulted in a high casualty rate, with many awards for bravery handed out to aircrews. The book includes first-hand accounts from surviving Mosquito crews, together with many previously unpublished photographs.

Table of Contents

Part one 2 Group: the de Havilland Mosquito; and in the beginning..; workingup; the Mosquito bites; submarines and steel; exploring tactics; Oslo; new beginnings; 'chutes and ships; Eindhoven; fame and fortune; listen - Mosquito thunder; new leader; Jena. Part two 8 Group: path finder force; music to the ears; the heat is on; Bourn's second front; battle of the bulge; the end in sight.

Additional information

GOR004870064
9780750918008
0750918004
Mosquito Thunder: No.105 Squadron RAF at War, 1942-45 by Stuart R. Scott
Used - Very Good
Hardback
The History Press Ltd
19980323
224
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