Publisher's Synopsis
""Black Thursday: The Story Of The Schweinfurt Raid"" is a historical account of a crucial air raid during World War II. Written by Martin Caidin, the book details the events that took place on October 14, 1943, when the United States Army Air Forces launched a bombing mission against the German ball-bearing factories in Schweinfurt. The raid was a significant strategic move, as ball bearings were a critical component in the German war effort.Caidin's book provides a detailed account of the planning and execution of the raid, as well as the subsequent aftermath. He describes the challenges faced by the American bomber crews, who had to navigate through heavy anti-aircraft fire and fighter planes to reach their targets. The book also explores the impact of the raid on both the American and German sides, including the loss of life and damage to equipment.In addition to the historical narrative, ""Black Thursday"" also includes personal accounts from the men who participated in the raid, adding a human element to the story. Caidin's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in World War II history or military aviation. Overall, ""Black Thursday: The Story Of The Schweinfurt Raid"" is a gripping and informative account of a pivotal moment in the war.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
