Operation Identification Challenge 10

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K4KittyCrew
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Operation Identification Challenge 10

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Right then, let's see how well the members go with this one. Can anyone beat AlanW, Upkeep or PAFG to the answer?
John

CLUE 1 - Bomber Command introduced a novel tactic on this night.
CLUE 2 - Somewhere in Germany.


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[quote="K4KittyCrew"]Right then, let's see how well the members go with this one. Can anyone beat AlanW, Upkeep or PAFG to the answer?
John

CLUE 1 - Bomber Command introduced a novel tactic on this night.

Did they drop books :lol:
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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Schweinfurt 24/25 Feb 44. Bomber force was split into 2 parts, separated by a 2 hour interval.

I think :)
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Yep, i reckon you've got it right on the button. i was off on an entirley different track, like first use of Master Bomber, first use of Oboe etc etc.
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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...these challenges are like buses, none for days then two turn up while you're not looking ;)

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Re: Operation Identification Challenge 10

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Well folks, Looks like I let out too many clues .......... Again!

Well Done Upkeep! ................... Just wait till Jane gets going! Richard, like all government services, I reserve the right to post as spasmodically as required, Hah! ( will try to be more consistent though )

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