SHOT DOWN
The true story of pilot Howard Snyder and the crew of the B-17 Susan Ruth
by:
Steve Snyder
in:
Military History
Summary:
The book recounts the experiences of Howard Snyder, a B-17 bomber pilot during World War II, after his plane, named Susan Ruth, was shot down over occupied Europe. It details his survival, evasion of capture, and the bravery of the Belgian resistance that helped him and his crew evade the Nazis.
Key points:
1. War Dangers: The book depicts the physical and psychological risks faced by World War II bomber crews.
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