Enthralling stories of adventure and bravery from RAF pilots shot down in the sea during World War II - and those who rescued them. The RAF's Air Sea Rescue Service saved thousands of RAF, Commonwealth and Allied airmen between 1939 and 1945. Those shot down at sea faced terrifying dangers, from weather extremes to enemy fighters, and rescue by airborne or seaborne craft was fraught with difficulty. This fascinating account draws on first-hand interviews, photographs and official documents to reveal some of its most dramatic missions in northwest Europe, the Mediterranean and the Far East. These incredible stories celebrate the courage, persistence and ingenuity of the men who found themselves 'in the drink' and those who saved them.

Enthralling stories of adventure and bravery from RAF pilots shot down in the sea during World War II - and those who rescued them.

About the Author
Graham Pitchfork MBE served in the RAF for 36 years and was a Director of Military Intelligence at the Ministry of Defence. He is the author of many books including this book's companion volume Shot Down and on the Run.

Reviews
meticulous research combined with great storytelling * Air Power Review *
the best book ever published which gives account of Air Sea Rescue during WWII ... a "must read" * Air Sea Rescue / Marine Craft Society *



Book Information
ISBN 9781472827272
Author Air Commodore Graham Pitchfork
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 264g