Men Behind the Medals: A New Selection

Author:   Air Commodore Graham Pitchfork
Publisher:   The History Press Ltd
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9780752450278


Pages:   288
Publication Date:   01 April 2009
Format:   Paperback
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Of the many characteristics that emerge in warfare, none generates more admiration than gallantry. Using medal groups chosen for their unique combinations of gallantry and campaign awards, Graham Pitchfork pays tribute to the bravery of twenty Allied airmen who flew combat operations during the Second World War. Encompassing a wide cross-section of operational roles, theatres, aircraft types and aircrew categories, the men behind the medals' experiences and actions are narrated in relation to the wider war. These crucial operations are seen through a variety of different actions, including a night-fighter crew and a navigator who took part in supply drops to Resistance movements. The air war at sea is seen through the experiences of a Beaufighter pilot and a Royal Navy observer who attacked the Italian Fleet at Taranto. As the Second World War generation fade into history, their exploits need to live on forever as an example for future generations. In describing the exploits of the lesser-known heroes of that air war, Graham Pitchfork has ensured that 'The Many' will never be forgotten.

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Author:   Air Commodore Graham Pitchfork
Publisher:   The History Press Ltd
Imprint:   The History Press Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 16.00cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.00cm
Weight:   0.640kg
ISBN:  

9780752450278


ISBN 10:   0752450271
Pages:   288
Publication Date:   01 April 2009
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order   Availability explained
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Graham Pitchfordserved in the RAF for36 years as a navigator and was awarded the MBE for his part in introducing the Buccaneer to RAF service in the maritime strike role.Heis the author of The Buccaneers.

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