Relive the exploits of the men who served as aircrew in the British and American Bomber Commands during World War II.
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15 Epic stories of WWII bomber boys to watch and read
In World War II, the youthful crew of the B-17 Flying Fortress bomber known as the Memphis Belle bravely carries out 24 perilous bombing raids over Nazi-occupied Europe. Despite their tender ages, these courageous aviators take to the skies to defend their country, fully aware that the chances of one in three of them not making it back home are high. With just one more mission to complete before returning to the United States, the crew faces their most treacherous challenge yet.
Elevated five miles above the ground and situated behind enemy lines, eleven men aboard a bomber, famously referred to as a ‘Flying Fortress,’ engage in a fierce struggle against swarms of German fighters.
The plot unfolds around an American Bomber Group grappling with diminished morale and effectiveness following significant losses in the German skies. General Frank Savage, initially confined to a desk as a staff chief, is dispatched to the group after the removal of the Bomber Commander. Despite facing initial resistance, Savage eventually guides the pilots in rediscovering pride in their unit and inspires them to surpass the established standards of the Army Air Corps.
An epic war story of World War II. Scientist Dr. Barnes Wallis believes World War II can be shortened by destroying the Ruhr dams, thus paralyzing the enemy’s industrial nerve center. In spite of the difficulties caused by the critical situation at the time, he works steadily to perfect a special bomb of his own invention for the purpose. Air Ace Wing Commander Guy Gibson is chosen to form, train and lead the hand-picked squadron.
An epic war story of World War II. Scientist Dr. Barnes Wallis believes World War II can be shortened by destroying the Ruhr dams, thus paralyzing the enemy’s industrial nerve center. In spite of the difficulties caused by the critical situation at the time, he works steadily to perfect a special bomb of his own invention for the purpose. Air Ace Wing Commander Guy Gibson is chosen to form, train and lead the hand-picked squadron.
Following the destructive Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and a series of setbacks for the United States, Lieutenant Colonel Jimmy Doolittle formulates a bold plan for a daring raid to strike at the core of Japan. A squadron of American planes embarks on a perilous journey across the Pacific Ocean to deliver a deadly payload.
A non-NATO nuclear missile is launched from Turkey towards the USSR, resulting in detonation on Soviet soil. The automatic Soviet response interprets it as a NATO missile, raising the stakes. The narrative unfolds as we track the actions of the U.S. president and a bomber crew, exploring whether continued escalation can be averted.
Army generals grapple with the dilemma of whether to prioritize the bombing of German factories manufacturing new jet fighters, despite the anticipated significant casualties that the mission would incur.
This series documents the exploits of the men belonging to the 918th Bombardment Group of the U.S. Eighth Air Force, both in the skies and on the ground. Initially led by the stern General Frank Savage and later by Colonel Joe Gallagher, the son of a Pentagon General, the group is stationed in England. They undertake extended bombing missions into German-occupied Europe.
An animated documentary advocating the effectiveness of strategic aerial bombing during World War II.
During World War II, a U.S. Air Force colonel persuades the Allies that conducting a daylight bombing raid on Germany will hasten the conclusion of the war.
The movie revolves around the historical events related to the dropping of the atomic bomb during World War II. It provides insights into the decision-making process behind the deployment of the bomb, the clandestine nature of the mission, and the individuals who were involved in flying the aircraft that carried the bomb.