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Synopsis: The 8th Bomber Command stationed in England prepares for bombing missions on several German military targets. Bombardier sighting through bomb sight, bombs falling from aircraft and explosions.
Newspaper headlines. Animated maps shows the selected bombing targets Danzig, Goynia, and Marienburg and German fighter strength in 1944.
Documents the operational research and high-level consultation on intelligence, operations, navigation, and other planning that goes into preparing for bombing missions deep into Germany. Bombs are loaded into bomb racks. Crew wake-up call, breakfast mess hall, briefing room. Ground crews give planes a final check. Flight crews suite up, receive escape kits, and turn in personal belongings. |
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Information: 1944 BW 46 min |
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