Macmillan Publishers Damn Lucky: Lucky Luckadoo’s Story in the 100th (Hardcover) 274380

Macmillan Publishers Damn Lucky: Lucky Luckadoo’s Story in the 100th (Hardcover) 274380

Damn Lucky: One Man’s Courage During the Bloodiest Military Campaign in Aviation Historyis a gripping military biography that brings to life the harrowing experiences of B-17 Flying Fortress pilot John “Lucky” Luckadoo during World War II. Published by St. Martin’s Press, a division ofMacmillan Publishers, this hardcover edition chronicles one of the most dangerous periods in aviation history through firsthand accounts and cinematic detail.

Product Specifications

• Format:Hardcover with dust jacket
• Page Count:320 pages
• Publication Date:April 19, 2022
• Language:English
• Dimensions:Approximately 6.6 x 1.35 x 9.55 inches
• ISBN:9781250274380
• Author:Kevin Maurer
• Publisher:St. Martin’s Press (Macmillan Publishers)

About This Book

This compelling narrative focuses on Lucky Luckadoo’s extraordinary achievement of completing a 25-mission tour of duty with the 100th Bomb Group between June and October 1943. During this period, the “Bloody Hundredth” faced some of the highest casualty rates of any bomb group in the Eighth Air Force, making Luckadoo’s survival truly remarkable.

The book provides an immersive account of aerial combat over Nazi-occupied Europe, detailing the courage, sacrifice, and brotherhood of the men who flew these dangerous missions. Through Luckadoo’s eyes, readers experience the terror of flak-filled skies, the loss of fellow airmen, and the psychological toll of repeated combat missions.

Why Choose This Book

• Authentic firsthand accounts from a B-17 pilot who survived the bloodiest campaign
• Detailed historical context of the 100th Bomb Group’s operations
• Cinematic storytelling that brings WWII aerial combat to life
• Perfect for military history enthusiasts and aviation buffs
• Hardcover edition ideal for collectors and gift-giving

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