Overview

Guy Gibson presents a focused portrait of the RAF pilot who organised the May 1943 attacks on the Moehne and Eden dams and became a central figure in wartime aviation. The account follows his rapid rise from the outbreak of war through high‑risk operational leadership.

The narrative covers Gibson's broad operational career, the enforced break after the dams raids, and his return to flying in 1944 before he was shot down in September of that year. It blends operational detail with attention to command decisions and the human side of aerial service.

Published by Viking in 1994, 400 pages, hardcover — ideal for readers of military and aviation history who want a clear chronology and analysis of one of WWII's notable RAF leaders.

• In-depth coverage of the Moehne & Eden dams raids
• Chronology of operations from 1939–1944
• Recommended for students of RAF and aviation history

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