THE OFFICIAL RAF TRIBUTE TO THE DAMBUSTERS MARKING 80 YEARS OF THE LEGENDARY OPERATION

The Dambusters Raid, officially codenamed Operation Chastise, is arguably one of the most well-known and legendary raids conducted by the RAF during the Second World War.

It was 80 years ago, on the moonlit night of May 16, 1943 that nineteen specially adapted Avro Lancaster bombers, carrying their ground-breaking bouncing bombs, took off from RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire and flew into history.

The 133 dauntless airmen set out on a mission so ambitious and so risky that even to this day, it is hard to believe it is not a work of fiction. Their commitment, perseverance and sheer dogged determination in the face of dangerous and improbable odds have made the Dambusters a legend in the annals of our military history.

Capturing the drama of this daring feat of ingenuity, bravery and skill, the Dambusters 80th Anniversary Coin pays tribute to the characters, aircraft, weapons and achievements of Bomber Command’s 617 Squadron.

OFFICIALLY LICENSED WITH THE ROYAL AIR FORCE

Issued under license with the Royal Air Force and approved by Buckingham Palace, just 19,995 Dambusters 80th Anniversary Coins will be issued.

The coin is fully layered in pure .999 silver and struck to the finest collectors’ Proof quality. When you order, you have the opportunity to collect the five accompanying coins in the officially issued 80th Anniversary Set at just £39.95 (+£3.99 p&p*) each. The set tells the story of 617 Squadron, and details the weeks of planning and training; as the aircrews battled to be ready in time for take-off on May 16 1943. The next coin will be sent to you to preview 3-4 weeks after your first, on our 14-day no-obligation home approval service. We promise you will never have to keep a coin you don’t absolutely love.

For a limited time, you will receive the official Collectors’ Presentation Folder — completely FREE. PLUS, each edition comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, FREE of charge!