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Lucky 666: The Impossible Mission That Changed The War In The Pacific
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A Fastpaced, Wellresearchedirresistible (Usa Today) World War Ii Aviation Account Of Friendship, Heroism, And Sacrifice That Reads Like Unbroken Meets The Dirty Dozen From The Authors Of The #1 New York Times Bestselling The Heart Of Everything That Is.Its 1942, Just After The Blow To Pearl Harbor And The Japanese Invasion Of The Philippines, And The United States Is Reeling. A Group Of Raw Us Army Airmen Travels To The Embattled American Air Base Of Port Moresby At Papua, New Guinea. Their Mission: To Protect Australia, To Disrupt The Japanese Supply Lines, And To Fly Perilous Reconnaissance Runs Over The Enemyheld Strongholds. Among The Men Are Pilot Captain Jay Zeamer And Bombardier Sergeant Raymond Joseph Joe Sarnoski, A Pair Of Swashbuckling Screwups Whose Antics Prevent Them From Being Assigned To A Regular Bombing Crew. Instead, They Rebuild A Brokendown B17 Bomber From Spare Parts And Christen The Plane Old 666.One Day In June 1943, A Request Is Circulated: Volunteers Are Needed For A Reconnaissance Flight Into The Heart Of The Japanese Empire. Zeamer And Sarnoski See It As A Shot At Redemption And Cobble Together A Crew And Depart In Old 666 Under Cover Of Darkness. Five Hours Later, Dozens Of Japanese Zeros Riddle The Plane With Bullets. Bloody And Halfconscious, Zeamer And Sarnoski Keep The Plane In The Air, Winning What Will Go Down As The Longest Dogfight In History And Maneuvering An Emergency Landing In The Jungle. Only One Of Them Will Make It Home Alive.With Unprecedented Access To The Old 666 Crews Family And Letters, As Well As Newly Released Transcripts From The Imperial Air Forces Official Accounts Of The Battle, Lucky 666 Is Perhaps The Last Untold Great War Story (Kirkus Reviews) From The War In The Pacific. Its An Unforgettable Tale Of Friendship, Bravery, And Sacrificeand Highly Recommended For Wwii And Aviation History Buffs Alike (Bookpage).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Lucky 666'? A: 'Lucky 666' explores themes of friendship, heroism, and sacrifice during World War II, focusing on the challenging missions of US Army Airmen in the Pacific.
- Q: Who are the main characters in the book? A: The main characters are Captain Jay Zeamer and Sergeant Raymond Joseph 'Joe' Sarnoski, who navigate the dangers of war while attempting to prove their worth as pilots.
- Q: What historical events does the book cover? A: 'Lucky 666' covers the events surrounding the Japanese invasion of the Philippines and the subsequent missions of the US Army Airmen in the Pacific during World War II.
- Q: How many pages does 'Lucky 666' have? A: 'Lucky 666' contains a total of 368 pages, providing an in-depth narrative of the events and characters involved.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Lucky 666' is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle for readers.
- Q: When was 'Lucky 666' published? A: 'Lucky 666' was published on October 3, 2017, and has since gained popularity among history and aviation enthusiasts.
- Q: Is 'Lucky 666' suitable for young readers? A: While 'Lucky 666' is an engaging historical account, it contains themes of war and sacrifice that may be more appropriate for older teens and adults.
- Q: What kind of research went into writing 'Lucky 666'? A: The authors conducted extensive research, including access to letters from the Old 666 crew and newly released transcripts from the Imperial Air Force’s official accounts.
- Q: What makes 'Lucky 666' different from other WWII books? A: 'Lucky 666' is unique due to its focus on a lesser-known mission and the personal stories of the airmen involved, providing an intimate look at their experiences.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'Lucky 666'? A: The book is authored by Bob Drury and Tom Clavin, who are known for their compelling storytelling and thorough research in historical narratives.