Christmas from Heaven: The True Story of the Berlin Candy Bomber

Name: Christmas from Heaven: The True Story of the Berlin Candy Bomber
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Book Synopsis: Christmas from Heaven is the story of the humble beginnings of what became a beacon of hope to a war-torn land, the story of Gail Halvorsen, a young pilot in the US Army Air Corps who was assigned as a cargo pilot to the Berlin Airlift, in which US forces flew much-needed supplies into a Soviet-blockaded Berlin. As he performed his duties, Lt. Halvorsen began to notice the German children gathered by the fences of Tempelhof Air Base. Knowing that they had very little, he one day offered them some chewing gum. From that small act, an idea sprang: He would bomb Berlin with candy. Fashioning small parachutes, he and his crew sent them floating down as they approached the Berlin airport, wiggling the wings of their C-54 as a signal to the children that their anticipated cargo would soon arrive. Lt. Halvorsen became known by hundreds, if not thousands, of children in Berlin as Uncle Wiggly Wings or The Candy Bomber. Word soon spread, and donations of candy and other supplies poured in from sympathetic Americans. Lt. Halvorsen's small idea became a great symbol of hope not only to German children in a bombed-out city but to all those who yearned for freedom. Famed broadcast journalist and author Tom Brokaw brings this remarkable true story to life in a stunning live performance with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, captured on the accompanying DVD. Also included in the book is a template and directions for creating your own Candy Bomber parachutes.

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Experience the heartwarming true story of Christmas from Heaven: The Berlin Candy Bomber, a book that will touch your soul and leave you inspired. Step back in time to a war-torn Berlin, where hope was scarce and the future seemed bleak. But amidst the chaos, one man shone brightly, Lt. Gail Halvorsen, a symbol of hope and compassion.

Join Lt. Halvorsen as he embarks on a mission that would change the lives of thousands. As a cargo pilot in the Berlin Airlift, he witnessed the plight of German children who gathered by the fences of Tempelhof Air Base, yearning for even the simplest joys of life. And that's when Lt. Halvorsen had a brilliant idea – he would bomb Berlin with candy.

Picture the joy in the children's eyes as they watched candy parachutes fluttering down from the sky, a symbol of love and connection. Lt. Halvorsen's small act of kindness snowballed into an outpouring of support from compassionate Americans who sent donations of candy and supplies. Together, they turned a city of despair into a shining beacon of hope.

Now, you have the opportunity to be a part of this incredible journey. Immerse yourself in this remarkable true story brought to life by acclaimed journalist and author Tom Brokaw in a captivating live performance with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Get lost in the pages as you read, and relive the magic through an accompanying DVD that captures the choir's mesmerizing rendition.

But that's not all – included in the book, you'll find a template and directions to create your very own Candy Bomber parachutes. Spread the joy and continue the legacy of Lt. Halvorsen by touching the lives of those around you with a small act of kindness.

Don't miss out on this incredible story of hope, resilience, and the power of humanity. Get your copy of Christmas from Heaven: The Berlin Candy Bomber today and be inspired to make a difference!

Get your copy of Christmas from Heaven: The Berlin Candy Bomber and let the spirit of giving soar!

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