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A Sergeant Pilot Showing the Ropes to a Major
Mr. Edwards talks about having a US Major flying as his #2.
260 Squadron Fighting Strategies
A very complete look into Allied and Axis air combat (dog fighting). Mr. Edwards describes the strengths, weaknesses and strategies.
Comparing the Hurricane and the Kittyhawk P40
Mr. Edwards believes the P40 airplane was better than the Hurricane and he describes why they were necessary to fight the Germans.
A Long and Demanding First African Assignment
A true adventure story about the danger, anecdotes and woes of the pilots. Mr. Edwards takes us, step by step, through the many long months of action and inaction of his Desert Campaign.
Fear of the Unknown
From the anticipation of combat, to the sights and smells of a new world, Mr. Edwards describes what he truly feared and marvelled at.
The Hurricane
Mr. Edwards describes the joy and difficulty of flying a Hurricane fighter plane.
My First Accidental Forced Landing
Mr. Edwards makes us understand the importance of learning from our mistakes, through the telling of a story that could easily have ended in death.
Luck of the Draw
With the many things that could happen in a manning pool, being chosen to fly was more a matter of chance than talent. After being chosen, the challenge was to stay alive.
Convoy to Scotland
A story about danger, intercultural relationships and finding beauty in all things.
Onward to Iceland
From a convoy bound for Iceland to a soft ball game with Australian servicemen; a great look into the daily routine of soldiers slowly making their way to combat.
A Rambunctious Ride to Halifax
Before sailing off to Great Britain and the battles, the boys had to get to Halifax. So why not have a bit of fun on the way?
A Victory Barbeque
Mr. Power talks about celebrating the bombing of Hiroshima with a barbeque.
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