Mission starts, B-29 bombers take off, US Army Pacific War, 1945

Mission starts, B-29 bombers take off, US Army Pacific War, 1945

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The video tutorial describes a complex airborne mission involving multiple B29 bomber wings. It starts with an overview of the mission's scale and challenges, including a 1500-mile journey across the Pacific to Tokyo. The 314th Airborne operation is detailed, highlighting the coordination of 145 planes. The narrative continues with the preparation and takeoff of additional B29 wings from Tinian and Saipan, emphasizing the scale and coordination required for the mission.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the destination of the 1500-mile journey described in the video?

New York

Tokyo

Sydney

London

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many planes are part of the 314th Airborne mission?

145

100

200

67

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the weight of each plane in the 314th Airborne?

100 tonnes

50 tonnes

80 tonnes

67 tonnes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which location is 100 miles north where additional B-29 wings prepare for takeoff?

Okinawa

Guam

Hawaii

Tinian

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many bombers are added to the mission from the veteran 73rd wing at Saipan?

200

153

134

100