On the Highways of the Skies: The 8th Air Force in World War II

Focusing on the U.S. 8th Air Force's operations from 1942 to 1945, this book combines vivid narratives and previously unseen photographs to portray the intense combat against the Luftwaffe. First-person accounts reveal the harrowing experiences of pilots flying B-17s and B-24s amidst fierce flak and enemy fighters, as well as the perspectives of Luftwaffe experts defending against the bomber fleets. The text captures the strategic offensives that significantly impacted the air war over Europe, highlighting the bravery and challenges faced by those involved.