10-second preview. The full video (1m 21s) unlocks after purchase.

Stories Video ready 1m 21s

The Airman Who Fell Without a Parachute and Lived

He jumped from a burning bomber three miles up with no parachute, and walked away. ✈️ #history #war #survival #Shorts

How the reel opens

A gunner falls three miles through the freezing night sky with no parachute at all.

It is March 1944, high over wartime Germany in the dark.

From the free preview — the complete narration script is included with your purchase.

$8.99 AUD one-time purchase
On sale — going up soon
  • Yours alone — the reel is removed from the store the moment you buy it
  • Full-resolution vertical video (1080×1920) with voiceover, captions and music
  • Complete narration script included
  • Instant download after payment

About this reel

This gripping video recounts Sergeant Nicholas Alkemade's harrowing experience as he plunges from a burning Lancaster bomber in March 1944. Scene by scene, it captures his desperate decision to jump into the dark night sky without a parachute and his miraculous survival after crashing into a German forest. The mood is tense and suspenseful, with detailed descriptions of the fall and Alkemade's injuries. Viewers who appreciate true stories of bravery and survival will find this reel compelling and thought-provoking.

More reels you might like