On October 10 1943, the 100th Bomb Group – known as the “Bloody Hundredth” – flew as part of the US Eighth Air Force on a mission to Münster, Germany. Stationed at Thorpe Abbotts in Norfolk, the 100th Bomb Group sent 13 of its B-17 “Flying Fortress” bombers to Münster. Twelve were lost in as many minutes. Only one returned.
A suave, old-school cool start with visceral, violent aerial battles, Masters of the Air s debut episodes showcase high-budget, cinematic, prestige television.