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Dambusters: A Landmark Oral History (Hardcover)

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Hardcover: 352 pages
Publisher: Virgin Books; First edition / first printing edition (2 Oct 2008)
Language English
ISBN-10: 190526433X
ISBN-13: 978-1905264339
Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 15.6 x 3.4 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Dambuster raid comes alive, 11 Nov 2008

By	Anne Thomas (London United Kingdom) - See all my reviews

There are many histories written about the Dams raid where you can glean the clinical facts - and there was the film ... but there's nothing like oral history to engage the imagination and bring you close to the people who were there. The Dambusters, far from being 'gung-ho' come over as men of enormous skill, courage and resourcefulness, with a strong camaraderie among the crews. Their own words ring true - some readily admit that Gibson wasn't universally popular - but none doubted his resolve and courage. The crews trained to the increasingly exacting demands by the designer of the new bomb - they recall hair-raising flying at just 60 feet, honing their bombing accuracy - and their accounts build the tension until, on the day of the raid, they learn their night's target and recall their emotions. The accounts of the flight out and the bomb runs on the dams are riveting as some aircraft and crews go down in flames - and as an added bonus, there are detailed recollections from Germans who found themselves under the breaking dams. It's a brilliant read and a great tribute to all involved in the raid, from Barnes Wallis and his work to develop the bomb, to Gibson and all his crews and ground crews of 617 Squadron. Can't recommend it enough.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Dambusters: A Landmark Oral History, 5 Feb 2009

By	Rk Barrett "Roger Barrett" (Kent, UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

An event from WW2 that many will know about, however this book takes you into the very centre of the events as those who took part in or supported the mission whether air crew, ground crew, as well as Barnes Wallis. It also includes a chapter of accounts of those who were on the receiving end of the attack. The book is gripping from the start and was difficult to put down. Even more remarkable is the age of many who took part, the leaer Wing Co Gibson was in his mid 20's and others much younger. Yet without the modern gizzmo's we take for granted they showd a level of xommitment in the face of danger that is rarely seen in today's society. The mission was deemed a success, yet thios can overlook the fact that many paid the ultimate sacrifice. A book that you should have on your bookshelf.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very Interesting, 11 Mar 2009

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Everyone has heard about the 'Dambusters' in some way or form but not many would know what was put in to make it possible. I haven't read a book written in this style before and i thought it was a very good way of doing it, avoiding the small talk to link stories and just getting straight to the facts. There are accounts from both sides which gives you the opportunity to judge the mission on a moral and war effort stage. In my opinion one of the great operations of WWII.

A great book which will have you reading till the small hours, thoroughly recommended.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Dambusters
I found this book first class, after having been on a tour of the dams the book brought the whole experience to me. It really should be considered a classic

Published 3 months ago by Mr. J. Johnson

5.0 out of 5 stars Living History
I bought this book as a gift for my husband. He is very well read when it comes to war books, and so, quite hard to impress. Read more

Published 5 months ago by A. Higgins

4.0 out of 5 stars dambusters an oral history
fascinating record from opposing sides of the raid, really enjoyed reading it, also as I was serving in Germany in 1968 went to see the Mohne, and the rebuild showed no sign of... Read more

Published 5 months ago by Mr. P. Sims

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