Raid on Augsburg - Squadron Leader Nettleton VC

Squadron Leader Nettleton gives his account of the raid on Augsburg, explaining the importance of low flying and strategic bombing as a means of attacking Germany.

Squadron Leader Nettleton comments on the size of the Lancaster bomber, its value as a heavy bomber and the confidence of crews in the aircraft. He describes the Augsburg raid, with reference to very low flying, fighter attacks and the importance of the raid for the Battle of the Atlantic. He remembers seeing the Augsburg factory ahead, comments on the success of the attack and reiterates the importance of bombing.