There Wilmot wrote a book about his experiences in Tobruk, and narrated a documentary film called "Sons of the ANZACs". In 1944 Wilmot transferred to the BBC where he was one of the principal reporters for D-Day, flying in a glider with the 6th Airborne Division. He was present at and reported from the field for most of the actions during the liberation of Europe. When the German high command surrendered, Wilmot was present to report on it.