Men Behind the Medals: A New Selection - Softcover

Pitchfork, Graham

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0752450271 ISBN 13: 9780752450278

Publisher: The History Press, 2009

Synopsis

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 20 Allied airmen who flew combat operations during World War II. Encompassing a wide cross-section of operational roles, theaters, 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 World War II 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.

About this title

About the Author:

Graham Pitchford served in the RAF for 36 years as a navigator and was awarded the MBE for his part in introducing the Buccaneer to RAF service in the maritime strike role. He is the author of The Buccaneers.

About this edition

• Publisher: The History Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0752450271
• ISBN 13: 9780752450278
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 288