Formations in Air
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Formations in Air
Description
Heavy bombers flew in formation, mostly commonly in "the combat box" conceived early in the air war. It consisted of multiple 12-bomber groups flying in a box-like shape. Its smallest component was an element, a triangle of three bombers. The goal was to amass firepower and defensive strength against enemy attacks.
Formations began above base, and multiple bases linked together over East Anglia into a massive bomber stream.
Formation flying, while intended to provide additional protection, was also very dangerous. Mid-air collisions were common, especially in bad weather.
Formations began above base, and multiple bases linked together over East Anglia into a massive bomber stream.
Formation flying, while intended to provide additional protection, was also very dangerous. Mid-air collisions were common, especially in bad weather.
Collection Items
44th BG bombers in formation on an early wartime mission
March 18, 1943, B-24 #41-237745 is visible, as are Blackjack and SuzyQ
Home Again Watercolor by T Sgt Ludwig Lund, Christmas 1943, Series of 24 Watercolors in 2nd AD Library
Home Again Watercolor by T Sgt Ludwig Lund, Christmas 1943, Series of 24 Watercolors in 2nd AD Library_2
Home Again Watercolor by T Sgt Ludwig Lund, Christmas 1943, Series of 24 Watercolors in 2nd AD Library, Dedication of Library November 7,…
Home Again Watercolor by T Sgt Ludwig Lund, Christmas 1943, Series of 24 Watercolors in 2nd AD Library, Dedication of Library November 7,…
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