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One Last Look: A Sentimental Journey to the Eighth Air Force Heavy Bomber Bases of World War II in England
The excitement and danger of combat missions flown during WWII are recaptured through personal recollections, archival photos, and views of overgrown runways and ghostly structures. 250 illustrations, 100 in full color.
216 pages, Hardcover
First published September 1, 1983
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March 20, 2014
Packed with then and "now" (now being 1983, not 2014) photos, reminiscences, and basics about World War II's bomber pilot crews' lives, this made for an informative read. In the past, I have read multiple history and historical fiction books depicting pilots from World War II but most have focused on missions and/or friendships formed, not ground life. This book filled the gap, but I still wished it had more detail. I also liked how packed with the "then" photos of life on base. I was less thrilled with the "now" photos as it showed the same locations in disrepair (and the photographs were noticeable grainy compared to the 1940s era ones).
As I read this last night by combination flashlight and lanternlight, I can't wait to take a closer look at the photos later with regular electrical lighting. I want a closer look at all the details! Especially the full two page spread depicting the control panel of a B-24!
As I read this last night by combination flashlight and lanternlight, I can't wait to take a closer look at the photos later with regular electrical lighting. I want a closer look at all the details! Especially the full two page spread depicting the control panel of a B-24!
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