World War II: The Real Mighty Eighth
Early in 1942 the 8th Bomber Command was relocated to England and was subsequently renamed 8th Army Air Force, or The Mighty 8th.
Forged in Fire
Discover the origins, and pioneers, of the Mighty Eighth and follow its birth and growth as it rises from the furnace of global conflict.
Pressure
Having established the 8th Bombing group in England's green and pleasant land, German industry begins to feel the sting of The Mighty Eighth.
Stay on Target
By 1943 The Mighty Eighth has become a sprawling giant of military air power. The sheer numbers of men and equipment now require a complex system of orders to launch as many as 600 planes at once.
A Wing and a Prayer
Once again, the USAAF 1st Motion Picture Unit witnesses, first hand, a deadly mission against the tyranny of Nazi Germany.
Heroes
A closer look at the men of steel, and the steel of industry that make up the heroes of The Mighty Eighth, following their roles, responsibilities, and profiling some of the gladiators of the sky.
Endgame
'Black Week' 1943 sees the worst casualties to date with missions bombing ever deeper into Germany.
