Master of the Air: William Tunner and the Success of Military Airlift

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The narrative centers on General William Henry Tunner's remarkable mission to supply West Berlin during the Soviet blockade, which threatened the city's two million residents. Tasked with an almost impossible challenge, Tunner orchestrated a successful airlift that provided essential supplies, including food and coal. His achievement not only defied expectations but also turned the operation into a significant public relations win against the Soviets, showcasing the potential of air power in the postwar landscape.