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December 2012 Snapshots
« on: November 19, 2012, 06:51:51 PM »
December 5th Molsman High Noon

In November of 1944 in and around the area of the Philippine Islands, the 36th Fighter Squadron composed
of P-38s would fly for cover of B-24 strikes. It was during this time Major Jay T. "Cock" Robbins scored
his 22nd and last aerial victory. Though his last victory was an Oscar, for balance the B-24s will be
intercepted by Ki-61s and Ki-84s. Escorts will comprise of P-38Js.

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December 12th 68Hawk  Christmas over Germany

December, 1944:  Allied bombing efforts continue at an intense pace.  This mission simulates a massive and coordinated bombing mission by the 8th Air Force on multiple targets in Germany.  The Americans and Germans are both bringing their best, and there will be no shortage of aircraft on either side.

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December 19th  Molsman Torpedo 8

Grumman designed and built the TBF Avengers which entered the Pacific war in June of 1942. They made their fighting debut in the Battle of Midway. Assigned to operate from the U.S.S. Hornet was Torpedo Squadron 8. In just two days all of Torpedo Squadron 8 were to perish.

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December 26th No Event for the Holiday
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