Wings Over Italy The Story of Flight Sergeant Dennis Varey and 260 Squadron from El Alamein to the Liberation of Europe
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Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Gebundene Ausgabe
Erscheinungsdatum
13.08.2025
Abbildungen
16 mono illustrations
Verlag
Pen & Sword Books LtdSeitenzahl
256
Maße (L/B/H)
16,5/24,1/3,2 cm
Gewicht
486 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-1-03-613578-2
"Dawson's writing is distinguished by its flexibility and grace. He moves effortlessly between the deeply personal and the coolly analytical, giving attention both to the men and to their machines." - The Journal of the Air Force Historical Foundation
In October 1941, 19-year-old Dennis Varey volunteered for the RAF, despite being in a reserved occupation as an engineer. The bombing of his hometown had pushed him to fight back. After basic training, he became an Observer in December 1941, and by June 1942, he was accepted for pilot training under the Empire Air Training Scheme. He trained in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), then moved to Cairo before joining the Italian campaign. Dennis participated in Operation Dragoon, the invasion of Southern France, in 1944.
As the Allied forces struggled in Normandy, Dennis flew sorties to support the landings, providing air cover and ground attacks. Promoted to Flight Sergeant, he continued flying over Italy, Crete, and the Balkans until he was shot down by a Messerschmitt Bf 109. Wounded and captured, Dennis escaped captivity and returned to his unit, later being posted home to train future pilots.
This book recounts the story of Dennis and his comrades in 260 Squadron, whose multi-national crew supported key battles across North Africa and Europe. Using letters, diaries, and first-hand accounts, it highlights the sacrifices of these young men, many of whom never returned or were forever changed by their experiences.
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