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New German air raid tactics by G. H. Davis
New German air raid tactics during the Second World War, forced upon them by RAF victories: huge fighter escorts for a few bombers. Date: 1940
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Bombers Davis Escorts Luftwaffe Raid Raiding Raids Strategy Tactics
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This photograph, taken in 1940, depicts a pivotal moment in the history of aerial warfare during the Second World War. The image, captured by renowned photojournalist G.H. Davis, showcases the new German air raid tactics that emerged in response to the relentless victories of the Royal Air Force (RAF) over the Luftwaffe. In the early days of the war, the German air force had enjoyed significant success in daytime raids against British targets. However, the RAF's tenacious fighter pilots, with their agile Spitfires and Hurricanes, began to take a heavy toll on the German bombers. In a desperate attempt to counteract this trend, the Luftwaffe adopted a new strategy: huge fighter escorts for a handful of bombers. The photograph reveals a formation of German Messerschmitt Bf 110 fighter planes, flying in close formation to shield a smaller number of bombers from British interception. The daytime raid, which took place over a cloudless sky, underscores the bravery and determination of the German pilots, who knew the risks they were taking in the face of superior British air power. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the evolving nature of air warfare during the Second World War and the lengths to which both sides went to gain the upper hand. The image is a testament to the courage and ingenuity of the men who fought in the skies above Europe, and serves as an important historical record of a pivotal moment in the conflict.
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