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Battling the enemy
Mr. Richard talks about his first taste of battle, in Italy, and encountering the enemy in battle at the age of 15.
Storm at Sea
Mr. Keith recalls the worst storm he sailed though, at the wheel 2 hours on, 2 off for 4 days.
Baptism by Depth Charges
Mr. Keith describes his eventful first day on the Thunder - hunting for a submarine outside Halifax Harbour, and the ship nearly being damaged by it's own depth charges.
The Irony of War / Victoria Cross
Mr. Allen's account of a bomber crash leading to the awarding of the Victoria Cross.
"A Tough Old Bird..."
Mr. Allen discusses the structure and modifications which made the Wellington into an excellent bomber.
An Island unto Itself
Mr. Allen describes the isolation of the Wellington Bomber's rear turret as well as its armaments and capabilities.
A Versatile crew
Mr. Allen discusses the shared responsibilities of the members of his air crew.
U-Boats and Convoys
Mr. Allen describes general strategies used to protect convoys from U-boats.
"Attacking a U-boat is a dangerous thing"
Mr. Allen describes in detail attacking a U-boat and its dangers.
New Radar - a real saviour
Mr. Allen tells us about new radar technology and an incident where it saved his crew.
Tactics and Counter tactics
Mr. Chadderton talks about both sides exploiting an Allied scout car.
I never tried to fool my guys
Mr. Chadderton discusses the need for honesty and good planning.
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