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In September 1944, the Office of Strategic Service (OSS) established special operations at Watton, UK, involving the Joan-Eleanor (JE) project. This involved agents inside enemy territory using a special compact radio to communicate intelligence information to a circling de Havilland Mosquito aircraft. The device emitted a signal cone pattern skywards, minimizing ground detection by enemy intercept radio stations. OSS utilized the de Havilland Mosquito with OSS operator in the aft fuselage to communicate with the ground agent and operated A-26 Invaders to insert agents inside Germany. The 654 Squadron provided pilots and navigators to fly both Mosquito and A-26 aircraft. The 25th BG Rcn wished credit for flying OSS missions and labeled all OSS flights (Mosquito & A-26) Redstocking (one word in records) in mission and monthly activity reports.
OSS never used the label Redstocking and the term does not appear in OSS JE files. After Eighth Air Force forced transfer of JE operations from Watton to Harrington under 492nd BG control, the label Redstocking ceases to appear in both bomb group records.
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What was the most famous British Bomber Plane from World War 2?
Best heavy bomber: Avro LancasterBest light bomber: de Havilland Mosquito
What types of planes did they have in World War 1?
During World War I, the primary types of aircraft included fighter planes, bombers, and reconnaissance aircraft. Notable fighter planes were the Sopwith Camel and the Fokker Dr.I, which engaged in dogfights. Bombers, like the Handley Page O/400, were used for strategic bombing missions, while reconnaissance planes, such as the Royal Aircraft Factory BE.2, gathered intelligence and observed enemy movements. These aircraft played a crucial role in shaping aerial combat and military strategy during the war.
What advantage did aircraft most contribute to World War 1?
Aircraft in World War I provided significant advantages in reconnaissance, allowing for real-time intelligence on enemy movements and troop positions, which was crucial for strategic planning. They also enabled aerial combat, which introduced a new dimension to warfare, disrupting traditional ground tactics. Additionally, aircraft were used for artillery spotting and bombing missions, enhancing offensive capabilities and targeting enemy supply lines. Overall, the introduction of aircraft transformed battlefield dynamics and strategies during the war.
What was the most important weapons of World War 2?
Aircraft carriers (aircraft).
How many aircraft carriers are there in the world regardless of nationality?
I know the United States has 9 aircraft carriers. Rest of the world??
How was aircraft of The Golden Age of Aviation different from aircraft of World War 1?
world war one aircraft were simply built to carry out their missions while aircraft of the golden age were built for comfort.
What were the names of british aircraft in world war 2?
Spitfire, Hurricane, Mosquito, Lancaster, Wellington, Blenheim, Swordfish.
What type of glue was used to glue the World War 2 Mosquito aircraft?
It was a urea-formaldehyde glue called 'Aerolite' .
What was the mosquito known as?
It was one of few operational front-line aircraft of the era that served during and after World War II. It was constructed almost entirely of wood and was nicknamed "The Wooden Wonder".The Mosquito was also known affectionately as the "Mossie" to its crews.
What was the most famous British Bomber Plane from World War 2?
Best heavy bomber: Avro LancasterBest light bomber: de Havilland Mosquito
Was the mosquito a fighter-bomber?
The de Havilland Mosquito was a high-speed, twin-engine, multi-role aeroplane used during world war two by the RAF and other Commonwealth air forces. Although originally conceived as an unarmed bomber, the first Mosquitos off the production line were photo reconnaissance aircraft and it quickly proved to be the best PR aircraft of the war. But the Mosquito also served as a bomber, a fighter, a fighter-bomber, a ground attack, etc. It excelled in every role in which it was used and was probably the most versatile aircraft of the war.
What was the mosquito plane known as?
It was one of few operational front-line aircraft of the era that served during and after World War II. It was constructed almost entirely of wood and was nicknamed "The Wooden Wonder".The Mosquito was also known affectionately as the "Mossie" to its crews.
Have aircraft played a big role in ww1?
By no means. Most of the aircraft in World War 1 engaged in dogfights or gorund support missions. However given the short range, poor bombsights, and poor bomb load of these early aircraft their role was fairly minimal.
What kind of planes were World War 2 bombers?
Most WW2 bombers were very well built and robust aircraft. Certainly the ones that carried out major bombings, the Lancaster, Halifax, Fortress, Liberator, and the smaller Marauder, Mosquito, and Beaufort were great aircraft.
Wish world we can do from these letteres scktogni?
Stocking
In World War 2 terminology what was a flat-top?
A "flat-top" refers to an aircraft carrier, known for its flat flight deck used to launch and recover aircraft at sea. These carriers played a significant role in naval warfare during World War 2, providing mobile air support for missions across vast ocean expanses.
Of the 2700 species of mosquito in the world Alaska has how many?
There are 40 species of mosquito's in Alaska
