Bomber Command Memorial

The great bird shuddered,
As her engines spluttered to life.

Flight Crew

The men looked at each other, 
Thoughts turning to family and wives.

Flight Crew

The great bird lifted, 
Reaching cruising height.

Flight Crew

As the men wondered, 
If they would return this night.

Flight Crew

The great bird flew,
Onwards, away from home.

Flight Crew

Below darkening clouds,
Above rolling sea.

Flight Crew

The great bird banked,
As explosions shook the night.

Flight Crew

The sound of Hell,
With Heaven's light.

Strike Hard Strike Sure

The great bird soared,
And, with target below,

Bomber Command Memorial

Her cargo was loosed, 
And she turned for home.


Wreath

The great bird survived,
Carrying seven mothers' sons.


Bomber Command Memorial

Who now stood thankful,
In the early morning sun.

Wreath

Bomber Command Memorial Inscription

Bomber Command Memorial Inscription

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