Black Thursday : Literary Licensing, LLC : 9781258503130 : 1258503131 : 20 Oct 2012 : ""Black Thursday: The Story Of The Schweinfurt Raid"" is a historical account of a crucial air raid during World War II. Written by Martin Caidin, the book details the events that took place on October 14, 1943, when the United States Army Air Forces launched a bombing mission against the German ball-bearing factories in Schweinfurt. The raid was a significant strategic move, as ball bearings were a critical component in the German war effort.Caidin's book provides a detailed account of the planning and execution of the raid, as well as the subsequent aftermath. He describes the challenges faced by the American bomber crews, who had to navigate through heavy anti-aircraft fire and fighter planes to reach their targets. The book also explores the impact of the raid on both the American and German sides, including the loss of life and damage to equipment.In addition to the historical narrative, ""Black