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OverviewNone of the 6th Troop Carrier Squadron (6th TCS) pilots knew where they were when they landed in New Guinea on 13 October 1942, with their thirteen, unarmed C-47 aircraft. After parking their planes, the pilots were told, If you survive after getting shot down, look out for sharks, be aware of alligators when crossing rivers, and yes, there are still many cannibals in New Guineaif they catch you, they'll eat you. Don't forget the headhunters. If the Japs don't find you, the mosquitos certainly will. You'll have no radio or map or fire power or back-up supportyou'll be on your own. Good luck. The dedication of the 6th TCS, the most highly decorated air transport squadron in World War II. This Diary is a first-hand testimony from the man who was awarded six Distinguished Flying Crosses and flew 385 combat missions in two wars--the most in any U.S. military career prior to the Vietnam Conflict. Major Ernest C. Ford writes this blow-by-blow account with compelling detail of what it was like to be under constant attack with no way to fight back. Includes 81 rare photos taken by the author, five maps and eight charts, tables, and documents. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Staff SergeantPublisher: White Stag Press Imprint: White Stag Press Dimensions: Width: 15.40cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 22.70cm Weight: 0.630kg ISBN: 9780979258398ISBN 10: 0979258391 Pages: 364 Publication Date: 01 December 2010 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Awaiting stock  The supplier is currently out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you and placed on backorder. Once it does come back in stock, we will ship it out for you. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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