Episode 4 Planning a Bombing Operation: Wuppertal 1943 (Pt.1)
Never Mind The Dambusters - A podcast by Jane Gulliford Lowes and James Jefferies
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In this episode, Jane and James discuss the planning of the raid on Wuppertal on 29/30 May 1943. They explore the reasons why Bomber Command targeted the Ruhr Valley and how targets were selected and operations were planned. They also focus on two rookie crews from 10 Squadron who took part in the raid, the Pennicott and Clarke crews. The episode highlights the constant activity and preparation involved in carrying out a bombing raid, as well as the young age of the crew members and the...
