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Beyond the Call: The True Story of One World War II Pilot's Covert Mission to Rescue POWs on the Eastern Front Hardcover – February 3, 2015

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  • Hardcover: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Berkley; 1St Edition edition (February 3, 2015)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 042527604X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0425276044
  • Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 1.2 x 9.3 inches
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5.0 out of 5 starsthe true story of a brave WWII pilot, forced into involuntary spyhood, who shares his lifelong secret with the author, his son
By marla music on February 18, 2015
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This book is the true tale of a young WWII pilot who was essentially forced into serving as a secret agent for the United States government (OSS - Office of Strategic Services) -- without training -- and without recognition-- until the publishing of this book. Toward the end of the war, when prisoners of war were left wandering the countryside, freed, but without food or resources, Captain Robert Trimble was dispatched to come to the aid of these destitute former prisoners. Following orders, he kept his story secret for a lifetime -- until prodded by his son shortly before his death, nearing age 90. This son, the author, researched and confirmed that his beloved father had indeed been forced into
involuntary spyhood. This is the story of a true and unrecognized American hero -- which was unearthed by his curious and loving son. I heartily recommend it.
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5.0 out of 5 starsYet another "unsung" American hero to who so much is owed...
By George on February 18, 2015
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I was born in October,1945 and as such consider myself "one lucky bastard" in that freedom was my first gift after life itself. After a 20 plus career with the NYPD, I have spent the last 28 years teaching fifth grade, and you better believe that I will introduce my students to the heroic exploits of Capt. Robert Tillman. His story has strengthened my own idea of the greatness of that generation, and of the men and women who suffered in so many countries throughout the world. My own daughter-in-law's grandfather "opened up" about the European theater in my classroom, but informed the students that he could not talk about his liberation of an "unnamed" camp, In closing, I was riveted by Capt. Trimble's story and could feel his fear, anguish, and frustration during those "4" months in hell. I found it particularly ironic that I began the book 70 years to the day in February, 1945 as his journey was initiated.

This is a must read for all citizens, who think that they have something to complain about!

George M.
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4.0 out of 5 starsA Harrowing Story About POW Rescue In World War II
By Jeffrey T. Munson on March 13, 2015
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By January, 1945, the powerful Russian army was making its way across Poland and into Germany. During this time, the Nazi prison camps located in Poland were discovered and liberated by the advancing Russians. The stipulations of the agreement at Yalta that was signed by the Russians and the United States stated that all liberated POWs must be treated humanely. The Americans followed the rules while, by and large, the Russians did not. The Russians viewed POWs as cowards, and many were left to survive on their own. In "Beyond The Call", one American airman does what he can to help these forgotten men.

Captain Robert Trimble was a pilot in the Eighth Air Force. He had just finished his thirty-fifth and final mission when he was offered a new position. On the surface, he was given the task of locating American aircraft forced to land in Poland, making necessary repairs, and flying them back to American lines. But the mission turned out to be much more than that, for Captain Trimble soon found himself helping POWs find their way to freedom under the noses of the Russians.

For several months, Robert worked to help as many prisoners as possible. Ultimately, he would help hundreds of men and women, both POWs and refugees, find safety while at the same time staying one step ahead of the Russians.

"Beyond The Call" is a good book. I've read many books about the air war over Europe, and the added element of espionage makes this book even more compelling. I was unaware of the POW situation in Poland before reading this book, and I find it appalling that the Russians treated their allied POWs in such a disgraceful manner. It took men like Captain Trimble to risk their lives to go in and free these prisoners and refugees.

"Beyond The Call" does a good job of describing one of the lesser-known elements of the war in Europe. Highly recommended.
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5.0 out of 5 starsFive stars seems inadequate- this story screams out for a legitimate historical movie or mini-series.
By Kpar on July 9, 2015
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A stunning story about the Cold War that actually began before the end of WWII.

USAAF forces, in support of the Red Army advance westward into Poland and Germany, began using "shuttle" missions by their B-24 and B-17 bombers- launch from bases in Britain, France and Italy, strike targets in the eastern areas of the Reich, and continue on to Red Army held territory (as they did not have the range to return to their bases). There, they would re-fuel and re-arm, and strike targets on their way back.

Naturally, a number of aircraft were forced to crash-land in territory held by the Soviets, and the USAAF was anxious to get their planes and crews back- and they applied for permission to recover said aircraft.

Enter Captain Robert Trimble, newly minted member of the "Lucky Bastards Club", the select few who had managed to complete the required 35 missions over enemy territory before being rotated home. Trimble was called to his CO's office and offered a choice- go home for a three week leave, and then possibly be re-assigned to a new set of combat missions (maybe in the Pacific), or agree to a "safer" aircraft recovery mission in the Eastern European Theater with the willing help of the Communists. Trimble's experience of combat missions flying both B-17s AND B-24s gave him a rather unique set of qualifications- and he was rated one of his squadron's best officers, as well.

He began to notice odd things as he began to train for his new mission, not the least of which was the involvement of the Office of Strategic Services (OSS). He was to discover that his mission was not only to recover downed US aircraft, he was also to try to repatriate Axis held POWs who had been "liberated" by the Russians.Read more ›
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