# The Dambusters Raid: Courage, controversy and the mission that captivated the world

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Podcast: [Nightlife](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nightlife-159858)
Published: 2026-05-17T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/nightlife/dambusters-operation-chastise-world-war-ii-paul-beaver/106690184
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Low-flying bombers, bouncing bombs and one of the most audacious missions of World War II.

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