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The definitive oral history of the raid featuring contributions from Mission Commander Guy Gibson and Bouncing Bomb creator Barnes Wallis. The Dambusters raid was one of the most iconic missions of the Second World War.Three dams along Germany’s Ruhr Valley, which powered the nation’s industrial war effort, were the target. To overcome the torpedo nets and other defences, Barnes Wallis invented the ‘bouncing’ bomb to skim along the surface of the reservoirs before breaching the dam walls.617 Squadron was chosen to deliver them. On the night of 16–17 May 1943, nineteen specially modified Lancaster bombers left Britain. Weeks of training under absolute secrecy were put to the test.Here, acclaimed oral historian Max Arthur has gathered together the voices of the Lancaster crews as well as the German civilians who endured the attack, compiling a unique picture of how the mission unfolded, and the devastation it caused.‘A masterpiece of concise storytelling’ Sunday Express

‘Never has so much been owed by so many, to so few.’ This is the story of those few, in their own words. In the summer of 1940, the British frontlines were the skies above southern England. Spitfires and Hurricanes took on the might of the Luftwaffe, and its feared Messerschmitt fighters, dogfighting high above civilians watching on in awe.Hitler was determined to invade Britain and close down the Western Front for good. But his plan – Operation Sea Lion – could not begin while the RAF could still harry an invasion fleet. It had to be broken.Up to five times a day, the pilots of RAF Fighter Command scrambled to meet the inbound Luftwaffe. At one point, every available British fighter plane was airborne – Britain threw literally everything into the fight, and was tested to the very limits. Against all odds 'The Few', as they came to be known, bought Britain's freedom – many with their lives.These are the personal accounts of the pilots who fought and survived that battle. We will not see their like again.

The 'Forgotten Voices' of the First World War speak for the final time. LAST POST is very consciously the last word from the handful of First World War survivors who were left alive in 2004. Now they have passed away, our final human connection with the First World War has been broken. Max Arthur, a skilled interviewer, took the very last chance we had to ask questions of those who were there. Now updated to include a new introduction by the author for the centenary of the First World War.

Woher die inspiration für dieses Buch kommt, ist klar – der Künstler wohnt in Miami Beach, Florida. Der ewige Sommer, das einzigartige Licht dieser region und die stille Kraft der Natur, all das fi ndet sich in seinen Bildern. im Wesentlichen aber geht es natürlich um die Models, allesamt junge, sportliche Männer, die das gute Leben nicht weniger intensiv in sich aufgesaugt haben als eine der vielen tollen Platten von den Beach Boys, randvoll mit Songs, zu denen man tanzen und träumen kann. Das Konzept überzeugt, fehlt eigentlich nur noch ein guter Name für diese Sammlung wunderbarer Bilder. Wie wäre es denn mit … ja, das passt.

The book captures the poignant final words of the Battle of Britain pilots, highlighting their bravery and sacrifice during a pivotal moment in World War II. It offers a personal glimpse into their experiences, emotions, and the camaraderie that defined their fight against the Nazi threat. Through these evocative accounts, readers gain insight into the intense pressure and determination these pilots faced, emphasizing their crucial role in altering the course of history for the Allies.

The book focuses on the unique cultural and historical relationship between export practices and Ireland's economy. It delves into how exports have shaped Ireland's identity and development, highlighting key industries and their impact on society. The narrative explores various case studies, providing insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by Irish exporters. Through a blend of historical context and contemporary analysis, it offers a comprehensive understanding of Ireland's position in the global market.

Charting the BEA's entry into warfare in 1914, he tells the story in words and pictures of the new conscripted army's life through the five years of slaughter and suffering. He brilliantly conveys not only the heroism, but also the universal horror, futility, humour and boredom of warfare. From the front-line troops and the daily dice with death, to the support lines, communications, enlistment, training and propaganda. Every aspect of the soldiers life will be covered here, in this brilliant collection of images and interviews, that brings the Great War to life once more.

Lost Voices of The Royal Navy is based entirely on first-hand accounts of naval action between 1914 and 1945, with vivid recollections from Gallipoli to the Far East, by way of the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, Max Arthur, author of the international bestseller Forgotten Voices of the Great War, has woven a unique narrative history of life at sea: Lost Voices of the Royal Navy is a memorable and moving testament to the courage, spirit, skill and irrepressible humour of those who served in the Royal Navy during the crucial years from 1914 to 1945.

From the bestselling author of FORGOTTEN VOICES OF THE GREAT WAR, comes an unforgettable collection of vivid eyewitness accounts of life in the Royal Navy