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Built of lightweight wood and powered by two growling Rolls-Royce Merlin engines, the de Havilland Mosquito was an astonishingly fast and versatile warplane that the RAF initially doubted but soon relied upon. Within eighteen months of its prototype's creation, it became a vital asset, capable of outpacing the Luftwaffe and launching surprise attacks. Its roles included serving as a spyplane, night-fighter, and pathfinder for Bomber Command, cementing its reputation through daring bombing raids across occupied Europe, including Berlin, where success hinged on speed and precision. When Churchill's Special Operations Executive sought to destroy the Gestapo HQ in downtown Copenhagen to thwart a potential Nazi last stand, the Mosquito was the only aircraft suited for the mission. This narrative explores the legendary aircraft through the lens of that critical operation. Like Rowland White's previous works, it combines compelling storytelling, remarkable human experiences, and intriguing technological insights, illuminating a pivotal mission that contributed significantly to the war's conclusion.

Eight thousand miles from home, its fate hinges on just twenty Sea Harriers against the two hundred-strong might of the Argentine Air Force. The odds against them are overwhelming. The MoD's own estimates suggest that half the Harriers will be lost in the opening days of the conflict.

In early 1970, the Commanding Officer of 22 SAS embarked on a covert intelligence mission in the strategically critical Sultanate of Oman, where a Communist rebellion threatened the stability of the Arabian Peninsula and vital oil routes through the Persian Gulf. Within six months, the Regiment arrived to lead a fierce, secret war against the rebels. An elite group of British pilots, flying Strikemaster jets and Vietnam-era Huey helicopters from a remote RAF airbase, joined the fight. The British soldiers and airmen faced significant challenges, as the enemy was well-equipped with weaponry and training from China and the Soviet Union. Months later, the rebels continued to resist despite the largest SAS assault force ever deployed. On July 19th, 1972, nearly 300 heavily armed guerillas launched a surprise attack on the fishing port of Mirbat, facing a mere nine SAS men and the skill of British fighter pilots. This set the stage for an epic confrontation reminiscent of Rorke's Drift, where their heroism would become legendary. Drawing on extensive interviews with participants from the SAS, RAF, and Sultan's Armed Forces, as well as previously classified documents, this account weaves a gripping tale of intrigue, action, and astonishing bravery against overwhelming odds.

January 1972: the tiny outpost of British Honduras is threatened with imminent invasion by battle-hardened, US-trained Guatemalan paratroops. But there is only one deterrent the government can offer: HMS Ark Royal, once the Navy's most powerful warship, now a white elephant on the verge of being scrapped.

When Argentinian forces invaded the Falklands Islands in 1982, it took the British government by surprise. They needed a fast response, and military chiefs came up with a plan of action - Operation Black Buck. This is an account of the last British bomber raid, recalling the long-range attack on Port Stanley that opened the Falklands War.