C Company Mission Objectives and Challenges

The video details a British Airborne raid during WWII, where 120 men from C company are tasked with a mission to steal vital equipment from enemy-occupied France. The mission is crucial for the British bombing campaign against the Nazis. The video provides context on Britain's situation in the war, the strategic importance of the mission, and the detailed plan involving multiple groups with specific objectives. The execution of the mission faces challenges from German troops, and the success depends on coordination with the Royal Navy for evacuation.

What is the primary objective of the 120 men from C company?

• To rescue captured British soldiers

• To sabotage German supply lines

• To steal equipment vital for the British bombing campaign

• To capture a German general

What was the state of Europe at the start of the mission?

• The Axis powers had been defeated

• The United States had joined the war

• Europe was mostly under Allied control

• Germany had conquered much of Europe

Why did the British need to conduct strategic bombing raids on Germany?

• To force Germany to surrender

• To gain control of the seas

• To weaken German defenses

• To test new aircraft

What was the role of the Drake group in the mission?

• To capture the radar headquarters

• To position themselves north of the radar station and contain counterattacks

• To secure the beach for evacuation

• To provide medical assistance

Which groups were responsible for seizing the radar headquarters?

• Royal Engineers and C company

• Hardy and Gelico groups

• British Navy and Air Force

• Drake and Nelson groups

What was the task of the Nelson group?

• To negotiate with German forces

• To provide air support

• To sabotage enemy aircraft

• To capture and hold the beach

What was the final step in the mission plan after capturing the radar components?

• To call for air support

• To advance further into enemy territory

• To retreat to the beach for evacuation

• To destroy the radar station

What kind of opposition was expected from the German troops?

• No opposition at all

• Support from local French forces

• Stiff opposition from L Fafa ground troops

• Minimal resistance

How much time did C company have to complete their mission?

• 3 hours

• 4 hours

• 2 hours

• 1 hour

What was the role of the Royal Navy in the mission?

• To provide air cover

• To transport troops to the beach

• To evacuate the raiding party

• To engage German naval forces