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Diversions

Diversions

Mr. McKiel describes various diversions that took place in the POW camp.

Passport Photos

Passport Photos

Mr. McKiel describes creating the false documentation required by the designated escapees. He also explains how they managed to get photos for these false documents.

The Tunnel

The Tunnel

Mr. McKiel describes the tunnel and its construction.

The X Committee

The X Committee

Mr. McKiel elaborates on the management of the prisoners’ escape plans.

A Tunnel - Twelve Feet From My Bunk!

A Tunnel - Twelve Feet From My Bunk!

Mr. McKiel discusses his housing arrangements and how he found out about a tunnel that was being dug as an escape conspiracy.

I Lost My Egg!

I Lost My Egg!

Mr. McKiel describes his bomber being attacked, parachuting to temporary safety, and then being captured.

Bombing and the Fear Within Us

Bombing and the Fear Within Us

Mr. James talks about the emotional impact of a bombing run on him and his crew.

Love of Air Plane and Crew

Love of Air Plane and Crew

Mr. James describes what it’s like to command an aircraft, and the special bond among the crew.

Danger in the Clouds

Danger in the Clouds

Mr. James discusses the impact of unexpected weather on his aircraft.

Fighter Attack

Fighter Attack

Mr. James discusses being attacked by fighters and the successful defence of his aircraft.

Fire in the Sky

Fire in the Sky

Mr. James discusses the dangers of flak and a nearly tragic air strike over the Ruhr Valley.

Flying the Lancaster

Flying the Lancaster

Mr. James discusses his admiration of the Lancaster bomber.

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