Operation Identification Challenge 12

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K4KittyCrew
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Operation Identification Challenge 12

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Right then, just for something different, I think we need another Operation challenge.

CLUE - Many firms are recorded as having lost up to 3 months' production.
John

Source - Google Earth for maps. Royal Air Force Bomber Command 60th Anniversary site,for data.

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Re: Operation Identification Challenge 12

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Looks like Hagen. 2/3 December 44 ?
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:o Well that came and went while i was outside pottering in the garden in the nice weather, roll on more bad weather so i can sit at the pc longer!!
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The area pictured looks like hills covered in forestation, so could it be the 'German Dams' Dam buster raid.

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Definatley Hagen,
There is no paralell in warfare, to such courage and determination in the face of danger, over so long a period. Such devotion, should never be forgotten.
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Re: Operation Identification Challenge 12

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Well done to Upkeep .............. Again! Ever thought of offering yourself as a 'tracker' to your local crime authority? Ist runner up prize to AlanW and thanks to BobW for your efforts.
John

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