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In this episode, we welcome back historian and author Robert Forsyth, whose new book ‘The Luftwaffe’s Mavericks: Jagdverband 44’ reveals the story behind this extraordinary squadron the ace pilots, the new ME262 jet and their role towards the end of World War Two.
Drawing on conversations with Adolf Galland and the men who flew alongside him, Robert also interviewed the American crews they attacked bringing an independent analysis of this unique unit.
We talk about the Me 262, the pilots learning to fight in it, the bitter disputes that brought them together and what they achieved in the final weeks of the war.
The Luftwaffe’s Mavericks: Jagdverband 44 the 448 page hardback book is published on 5 November 2026.
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