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Glidermen of Neptune: The American DDay Glider Attack,Used
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Although the word gliderman does not appear in the dictionary, a brave group of World War II soldiers known as glidermen flew into combat inside unarmed and unarmored canvascovered gliders known as 'flying coffins.'Charles J. Masters points out that because World War II was the first truly mechanized and armored global conflict, the role of the glidermen and their combat gliders was at best anachronistic. Fighter planes exceeded speeds of 400 miles per hour and were heavily armed with multiple machine guns. Dogfights had taken on new dimensions, eclipsing the tactics, speed, and firepower first evidenced by the fragile biplanes of World War I. Tanks achieved a lethal efficiency barely dreamed of even five years before the war. An array of weaponry never seen in any previous military engagement confronted the combat soldier during World War II.And yet there were gliders. And glidermen.Masters tells of these men and of their fragile aircraft in a war of mechanized chaos. In copious detail, he describes the gliders and the Americans who boarded them during the American DDay glider attack, a mission that was part of the overall crosschannel plan codenamed 'Operation Neptune.' The son of a gliderman with the 82nd Airborne Division, Masters had unique access to the surviving glidermen and comrades of his father. During the course of his research, he located and interviewed 106 of the men who had flown the DDay mission in gliders. As an insiderin a sense almost a member of the family and fraternity of glidermenMasters was cordially received by the members of the American airborne divisions that participated in DDay, many of whom told him stories they had seldom told their own friends and families. Often harrowing and always riveting, the stories these men told an eager listener and researcher are very much a part of this narrative.Masters has also assembled the finest existing collection of photographs of the American DDay glider attack. These photographsmany of which have never before been publishedprovide a spectacular photographic record of a littleknown aspect of this war. In fact, because of the short military history of the American combat glider, most readers, including veterans of World War II, will not have seen one of these 'flying coffins,' even at a distance. These photographs afford the opportunity to actually examine the inside of the combat gliders used on DDay, to observe the glidermen in action, and to witness the often tragic consequences of the glider attack.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Glidermen of Neptune'? A: 'Glidermen of Neptune' primarily explores the role of glidermen during World War II, particularly during the D-Day glider attack. It details their experiences and the challenges they faced flying unarmed gliders into combat.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Charles J. Masters, who is the son of a gliderman from the 82nd Airborne Division, providing him unique insights and access to veterans.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does 'Glidermen of Neptune' contain? A: 'Glidermen of Neptune' consists of 112 pages, providing a concise yet detailed account of the glidermen's experiences.
- Q: Is this book suitable for collectors? A: Yes, the book is a first edition and includes a unique collection of photographs from the D-Day glider attack, making it a valuable addition to any military history collection.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may have some wear but remains intact and readable.
- Q: What year was 'Glidermen of Neptune' published? A: 'Glidermen of Neptune' was published on December 22, 1995.
- Q: Does the book include photographs? A: Yes, the book includes a collection of photographs from the American D-Day glider attack, many of which have not been published before.
- Q: What historical events does the book cover? A: The book covers the D-Day glider attack, part of Operation Neptune, highlighting the significance of glidermen in World War II.
- Q: Can I find personal stories in this book? A: Yes, the book includes personal accounts from 106 glidermen who participated in the D-Day mission, providing intimate insights into their experiences.