While on their way to the bombing target, Hamburg, Germany, the planes flew over an empty air field , but their was one gun who shot down the plane that was beside him in the air.
Caught in the Search Lights
Mr. Western tells us what it’s like to get caught in a spotlight and how hard it was to get out of the cone of lights.
I Lost My Egg!
Mr. McKiel describes his bomber being attacked, parachuting to temporary safety, and then being captured.
Bombing and the Fear Within Us
Mr. James talks about the emotional impact of a bombing run on him and his crew.
Danger in the Clouds
Mr. James discusses the impact of unexpected weather on his aircraft.
Fighter Attack
Mr. James discusses being attacked by fighters and the successful defence of his aircraft.
Fire in the Sky
Mr. James discusses the dangers of flak and a nearly tragic air strike over the Ruhr Valley.
'Coning'
Mr. Reid describes German anti-aircraft strategy. Describes an air fighter evasion and emergency landing.
Flak, "Coning" and the impact of losing aircraft.
Mr. Garrison describes German antiaircraft activity and its often devastating effects.
Leading the Target
Mr. Garrison describes proper gunning technique and engaging the enemy over the Ruhr Valley.
Scrounging for Food
Mr. Spackman tells of stealing food from pigs!
POW of the Hitler Youth
Mr. Spackman describes being a POW at the hands of the Hitler Youth.