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79s of the 281a Squadriglia were to become notorious for their daring attacks on allied shipping in the Mediterranean from their bases in Libya throughout 1940
Tank Killers by David Pentland
The German ace survived by bailing out of his stricken jet
110s that had been detailed to escort a bomber force of Heinkel He111s on a raid on the North of England
The aircraft never flew again
Coup de Main, Pegasus Bridge, Normandy, 6th June 1944 by David Pentland. (GL) AIT184 79s of the 281a SquadrigliaDHM1840GL. Coup de Main, Pegasus Bridge, Normandy, 6th June 1944. As a prelude to the invasion of Europe, certain important targets were attacked by airborne forces. Among them the bridge over the Caen canal which would protect the allies left flank. Major John Howard (D Company Ox and Bucks Light Infantry) gliders achieved complete surprise and the bridge was taken in a matter of minutes. Ever after it has been known as Pegasus Bridge in honour of