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Contents Listing - Articles & Features in this issue
Features:
Into the Fire - The incredible story of Jim Penny, who survived the total destruction of his Lancaster over Berlin, is recounted by John Nichol.
Sicily 43: The Overlooked Invasion - Historian, author and broadcaster James Holland reveals why he believes the 1943 Invasion of Sicily deserves much more attention.
Leading the Pack - Andrew Thomas explains why the hard-fighting Hurricane pilots of 32 Squadron began their Battle of Britain a week earlier than the rest of the RAE
Rising Star - The daredevil career of Spitfire ace and RAuxAF pilot extraordinaire, John Ellis DFS & Bar, is highlighted by David J Bailey.
Put Your Ands Up! - The curious tale of Eveline Cardwell, the farmer’s wife who captured an armed Luftwaffe airman and inspired an award-winning film, is described by Andrew Thomas.
Receivers and Deceivers - Signaller Alan Gibson speaks to James Hoare about his role in Operation Fortitude South and service with the 43rd Wessex in Europe.
Briefings:
Gallipoli Memorial - Recent work to restore Warwickshire’s 29th Division Memorial has replaced trees and installed new lighting.
VC for Hero Sailor? - Aussie war hero Edward Sheean has been posthumously recommended for the VC.
New Fears Surround War Wreck - Britain at War speaks to the MCA and a security expert about the SS Richard Montgomery.
Hero of the Month:
Major-General George Alexander Renny VC - Lord Ashcroft profiles an officer from the only native artillery troop to remain loyal during the Indian Mutiny, whose courage under fire won him the prestigious Victoria Cross.
Regulars:
Recon Report
Image of War
Militaria
Weapons of War
Image of War
Field Post
Cover Story - Ace John Ellis leads 610 Sqn in a head-on pass to scatter 100 enemy aircraft. Amazingly, this risky move was completed without loss.
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