Lightning Down: A World War II Story of Survival

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The incredible true story of fighter pilot Joe Moser's harrowing experiences during World War II unfolds as he embarks on his 44th combat mission over occupied France on August 13, 1944. Captured and imprisoned in Buchenwald, one of the most notorious Nazi concentration camps, Moser's journey into hell begins. At just 22, this farmboy from Washington State had realized his dream of flying a P-38 Lightning, a key asset against the German Luftwaffe. However, after bailing out of his damaged plane, he finds himself among nearly 170 Allied airmen facing unimaginable horrors. Alongside courageous comrades from various nations, they endure brutal conditions and impossible odds, all while awaiting a grim fate as Hitler issues orders for their execution. Only a desperate plan offers a glimmer of hope for survival. The gripping narrative unfolds with the momentum of a thriller, yet remains rooted in the true, harrowing experiences of these imprisoned airmen. Moser's distinctly American voice resonates throughout, as he clings to the hope of reuniting with his family. This inspiring saga showcases the bravery of men confronting great evil and the relentless struggle for survival against overwhelming odds.