In Lucky 13, Wing Commander Hugh Godefroy recounts his wartime experiences as a fighter pilot in the Royal Canadian Air Force. Flying Spitfires and Hurricanes over Britain and occupied Europe, Godefroy survived dogfights, crash landings, and near-death encounters—earning him the nickname “Lucky 13.”
The memoir blends personal narrative, operational detail, and reflections on leadership, offering insight into the life of a Canadian pilot in the RAF during the Battle of Britain and beyond. Godefroy describes the challenges of aerial combat, the camaraderie of squadron life, and the psychological toll of constant danger.
As part of the Canadian in Battle Series, the book situates his story within the broader Canadian contribution to the air war, making it both a personal testimony and a piece of national military history.