Half a Wing, Three Engines, and a Prayer

"Half a Wing, Three Engines and a Prayer" by Brian D. O'Neill offers a detailed account of the harrowing experiences of B-17 bomber crews from the 303rd "Hell's Angels" Bomb Group during World War II. Focusing on the crew of pilot Lt. Robert J. Hullar, the book provides firsthand narratives of their unescorted daylight bombing missions over occupied Europe and Germany in 1943. Through personal diaries, interviews, and official records, O'Neill reconstructs the perilous missions, highlighting the courage and resilience of these airmen. The revised edition includes new veteran interviews, expanded coverage, and additional photographs, offering readers a vivid portrayal of one of the most dramatic chapters in military aviation history