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The Bomber Mafia

A Dream, a Temptation, and the Longest Night of the Second World War
Summary:

The book delves into the story of a group of U.S. Air Force strategists during World War II who believed precision bombing could revolutionize warfare and reduce civilian casualties. It explores their obsession with this idea, the moral dilemmas they faced, and the impact of their decisions on the bombing campaign against Japan, culminating in the harrowing firebombing of Tokyo.

Key points:

1. Precision Bombing: The book discusses the Bomber Mafia's belief in winning wars quickly with less destruction through precision bombing.

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