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The Raid on Cologne (Part 3 of 3)

The Raid on Cologne (Part 3 of 3)

After landing the aircraft, to his dismay, Mr. Sellen is called into the adjutant’s office.

The Raid on Cologne (Part 2 of 3)

The Raid on Cologne (Part 2 of 3)

With the Lancaster hit, Mr. Sellen is determined to drop the bombs on target before heading back to England.

The Raid on Cologne (Part 1 of 3)

The Raid on Cologne (Part 1 of 3)

With bombing flares in sight, Mr. Sellen feels the impact of a hit to the air craft causing equipment breakdown and fire. He must make a forced landing.

The Importance of Ground Crew

The Importance of Ground Crew

Mr. Sellen remarks on the respect he had for the ground crew.

Seven Man Crew

Seven Man Crew

Mr. Sellen explains the responsibility of himself and his crew during formation flying.

Crew Selection

Crew Selection

As part of 426 Squadron, Mr. Sellen details the process used for selecting his crew; a selection process he was most confident with.

Getting my Wings!

Getting my Wings!

Mr. Sellen speaks about his desire to become a pilot and the type of training received before getting his wings.

Surviving to tell his Story

Surviving to tell his Story

Mr. Carter-Edwards explains the difficulty he faced trying to tell his story about his time in the concentration camp.

Witnessing Both Sides of War

Witnessing Both Sides of War

Mr. Carter-Edwards recounts experiencing both sides of the war - fighting the enemy and later being held as their prisoner in a concentration camp.

Depths of Desperation

Depths of Desperation

Surrounded by death, Mr. Carter-Edwards speaks about the feelings and belief he had of never getting out of Buchenwald alive.

Roll Call Twice a Day

Roll Call Twice a Day

While guards counted slaves, Mr. Carter-Edwards describes the helplessness he felt and emotional impact experienced while stepping over the bodies of sick and dying prisoners unable to assist them.

Closer to Freedom

Closer to Freedom

Mr. Carter-Edwards credits a doctor who treated him at camp and a young Dutch record keeper who kept his name off a list for quarry duty with ultimately saving his life.

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