US General Billy Mitchell supervises tests of aerial bombing of German ships off the US Atlantic coast in 1921

US General Billy Mitchell supervises tests of aerial bombing of German ships off the US Atlantic coast in 1921

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The video describes a demonstration where several bombers, led by Mitchell, targeted two German dreadnoughts, the Frankfurt and the OST Friesland. Despite skepticism from observers, the bombers successfully challenged the notion of the dreadnoughts being unsinkable, showcasing Mitchell's foresight and strategic prowess.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction of the official observers to the bombing demonstration?

They were confident in its success.

They were openly skeptical.

They were supportive.

They were indifferent.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who directed the six bombers in the demonstration?

General Patton

Admiral Nelson

Colonel Sanders

Mitchell

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two German dreadnoughts were targeted in the bombing?

Bismarck and Tirpitz

Frankfurt and OST Friesland

Scharnhorst and Gneisenau

Hindenburg and Lützow

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reputation of the OST Friesland before the bombing?

It was considered easily sinkable.

It was declared nearly unsinkable.

It was known for its speed.

It was famous for its firepower.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the successful bombing demonstrate about Mitchell?

He was a cautious leader.

He was a follower of orders.

He was a rebellious general and a visionary.

He was a traditionalist.