Name: World War II: The Real Mighty Eighth
Uploaded: 2024-07-01T17:00:21.000Z
Description: Early in 1942, the Eighth Bomber Command relocates to England and is renamed Eighth Army Air Force; from 1942 to the end of WWII The Mighty Eighth took part in hundreds of daylight raids against the Nazi forces in Europe with much success.

Early in 1942, the Eighth Bomber Command relocates to England and is renamed Eighth Army Air Force; from 1942 to the end of WWII The Mighty Eighth took part in hundreds of daylight raids against the Nazi forces in Europe with much success.

Total Content Digital - Combat War

Discover the origins, and pioneers, of the Mighty Eighth and follow its birth and growth as it rises from the furnace of global conflict. As the world is plunged into war, for the second time in 20 years, the 8th Air Force carries out its first audacious missions against the Axis powers.

Forged in Fire

German industry begins to feel the sting of The Mighty Eighth; the bombers cannot afford to let the pressure up for a moment; the release of "The Memphis Belle" and "The Story of a Flying Fortress."

Pressure

By 1943, the Mighty Eighth is a vast force; complex orders launch up to 600 planes; features planning and coordination for 'Operation Point Blank.'

Stay on Target

The USAAF First Motion Picture Unit, witnesses a dangerous mission against the tyranny of Nazi Germany; B-17 and B-24 Bombers of the Eighth Air Force are assaulted by deadly anti-aircraft guns and savaged by Herman Goring's Luftwaffe.

A Wing and a Prayer

A closer look at the steel of industry, following their roles, responsibilities, and profiles.

Heroes

Black Week 1943 sees casualties with missions bombing deeper into Germany; the Mighty Eighth set about crushing Nazi industry.

World War II: The Real Mighty Eighth

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