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Philip West - ENEMY COAST AHEAD - THE DAMBUSTERS

Lancasters of 617 Squadron, led by Wing Commander Guy Gibson begin their low level cross channel dash towards the enemy coast on the way to the heart of the Ruhr. The aircraft were arranged in three waves. The first wave comprised three groups of three aircraft at 10 minute intervals and headed towards the Mohne, Sorpe and Eder dams. The second wave of five Lancasters headed direct to the Sorpe whilst the third wave of five, would act as backup. Eight Lancasters failed to return from the raids, a high cost indeed, but the courage and determination displayed by the crews were in the best tradition of the RAF.

Enemy Coast Ahead - The Signatories

All editions are signed by the Artist

The Artist Proofs and Remarques are additionally signed by:
Flying Officer Raymond E. Grayston (Flight Engineer of AJ-N, Les Knights Lancaster.) and Squadron Leader George L. Johnson DFM (Bomb Aimer on AJ-T, American Joe McCarthy’s Lancaster.

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The Persuaders   Winter of ‘45   Wings of Dawn   A Winter’s Dawn   Pride of Britain   Two’s Company   Enemy Coast Ahead - The Dambusters   Every Second Counts   Night of Heroes   Nine O Nine

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