Viewing Entry - Douglas Bader (S14623) by Turner, John Frayn
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Overview
Title
Douglas Bader : a biography of the legendary World War II fighter pilot
Author / Responsible party
Turner, John Frayn
Collection
Nonfiction
Genre
Biography, History, War stories.
Topics
Biography, History, War stories. Bader, Douglas, 1910-1982. Great Britain. Royal Air Force -- Biography. Fighter pilots -- Great Britain -- Biography.
Restrictions
Yes
Intended Audience
Adult
Publisher
VisAbility Ltd.
Published
18112020
Summary
Douglas Bader was a legend in his lifetime and remains one today 100 years after his birth. A charismatic leader and fearless pilot he refused to let his severe disability (loss of both legs in a flying accident) ground him. He fought the authorities as ruthless as he did the enemy and not only managed to return to the front line but became a top scoring ace. His innovative tactics (The Big Wing) ensured his promotion and he led a key group of squadrons during the dark days of the Battle of Britain.
His luck ran out when he was shot down and captured; he only escaped his burning fighter by cutting away one of his artificial legs.
As a POW he was a thorn in the Germans side and he was sent to Colditz Castle.
As this perceptive book reveals Bader, the hero, was at times a difficult over-bearing man, no doubt in part due to the pain he suffered. But his strengths far outweighed his weaknesses and his place in the annuals of British history is secure.
Additional Information
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System control number
S14623
Original Print Publisher
United kingdom :Pen and Sword Books Ltd., 2009
Narrator
Narrated by Joan Scafe and Recorded by Kevan Harris.
Narrator Name
Narrated by Joan Scafe and Recorded by Kevan Harris.
Participant or performer note
Narrated by Joan Scafe and Recorded by Kevan Harris.
