I've been a fan of the Mosquito since reading Fredrick Forsythe's novella The Shepherd when I was about 15. First reading the story I had wondred why he wrote about a Mosquito and its pilot instead of its more famous cousin, the glorious Sptifire. Forsythe must have anticipated that question because the narator explains how the plywood-based Mosquito was an overlooked but essential component to the Battle of Britain, carrying a load that was perhaps greater even than the Spitfire.
I still have a special spot in my heart for the Mosquito and think of The Shepherd whenever I see one, and think of those noble creatures and the men brave enough to fly those plywood structures with such skill whenever I hear the Christmas Eve reading of The Shepherd on the radio.
To all who have an appreciation for this type of thing, I can't recommend listening to The Shepherd highly enough. Here is a link to the classic version. You can hear it on the BBC, CBC or American public radio on Christmas Eve if you know where to look for it.
The Shepherd - Frederick Forsyth - read by Alan Maitland from CBC Radio - YouTube
I'm going to listen to it myself right now as I puruse the internet for stories about this plane and its restoration.