Shot Down: The True Story of Pilot Howard Snyder and the Crew of the B-17 Susan Ruth
by Steve Snyder
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
This is a non-fiction account of Howard Snyder's experiences as a B-17 pilot during World War II.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this historical account.
Depicts the dangers and realities of aerial combat during WWII.
No profanity is present in this historical narrative.
No blasphemy is present in this factual war story.
No substance abuse is depicted in this WWII memoir.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in this war story.
The intense combat situations can be frightening for some readers.
No occult themes are present in this historical account.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this WWII narrative.
This book focuses on historical events, not a worldview promotion.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceHoward Snyder and his crew demonstrate immense courage in combat.
Faith is mentioned in the context of wartime prayer and hope.
The crew's loyalty and care for each other is evident.
The narrative highlights resilience and survival in difficult circumstances.
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