World War II: The Real Mighty Eighth

Name: World War II: The Real Mighty Eighth
Released: 2023-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Marcus Quilter

TV Show · Documentary · War & Military

Early in 1942, the Eighth Bomber Command relocates to England and is renamed the Eighth Army Air Force. From 1942 to the end of WWII, the Mighty Eighth took part in hundreds of daylight raids against the Nazi forces in Europe with much success.

2023 · 48m

Starring Marcus Quilter

Director Marcus Quilter

EPISODE 1

Forged in Fire

The origins of the Mighty Eighth, its birth and growth as it rises from the furnace of global conflict. As the world is plunged into war, the 8th Air Force carries out its first missions against the Axis powers.
EPISODE 2

Pressure

German industry begin to feel the sting of The Mighty Eighth. The bombers cannot afford to let the pressure up for a moment. `The Memphis Belle' and `The Story of a Flying Fortress' are released.
EPISODE 3

Stay on Target

In 1943, The Mighty Eighth have become a sprawling giant of military air power. The planning and coordination of Maximum Effort raids is seen up close, as the 8th Bomber and Fighter Commands prepare for Operation Point Blank.
EPISODE 4

A Wing and a Prayer

The USAAF First Motion Picture Unit witness a dangerous mission against the tyranny of Nazi Germany. B-17 and B-24 bombers of the Eighth Air Force are assaulted by deadly anti-aircraft guns and savaged by Hermann Göring's Luftwaffe.
EPISODE 5

Heroes

A closer look at the steel of industry, following their roles, responsibilities, and profiles. 8th Air Force bomber and fighter veterans discuss the experience of bailing out, and give witness to the courage and sacrifice of their compatriots.
EPISODE 6

Endgame

The Black Week took place in October 1943, seeing one of the worst WWII casualties, with missions bombing deeper into Germany. The Mighty Eighth then prepared to crush the Nazis.