Women Pilots of World War II

The video explores Operation Barbossa, Hitler's failed invasion of the Soviet Union, and the mysterious Russian night raids by female pilots known as the Night Witches. These pilots used outdated planes to silently attack German forces, creating fear and confusion. Despite their success and high decoration, the Night Witches were disbanded and excluded from post-war celebrations. The video also compares them to the US WASPs, who did not see combat.

What was the code name for Hitler's invasion of the Soviet Union?

• Operation Overlord

• Operation Barbossa

• Operation Sea Lion

• Operation Torch

What sound did the German soldiers hear during the Russian air raids?

• Silent whispers

• Whistling like branches

• Thunderous roars

• Loud explosions

Who were the mystery pilots that shocked the Germans?

• Male fighter pilots

• Female pilots

• Teenage pilots

• Veteran pilots

What type of aircraft did the Night Witches use?

• Helicopters

• Stealth bombers

• Outdated wooden planes

• Modern fighter jets

How did the Night Witches achieve surprise in their attacks?

• Attacking during the day

• Using radar technology

• Idling engines and gliding

• Flying at high altitudes

What nickname did the Germans give to these female pilots?

• Night Witches

• Air Phantoms

• Silent Shadows

• Sky Warriors

Why haven't the Night Witches been widely recognized in history?

• They were not effective

• They were disbanded and excluded from parades

• They only flew a few missions

• They were overshadowed by male pilots

How many combat missions did the Night Witches fly by the end of World War II?

• 10,000

• 20,000

• 30,000

• 40,000

What was the role of the US Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs)?

• Medical evacuation

• Testing planes and training male pilots

• Combat missions

• Ground support

How did the WASPs differ from the Night Witches?

• They used modern aircraft

• They never saw combat

• They flew more missions

• They were part of the Soviet Air Force