Testing American Air Defenses With B-18 Bomber

The video discusses a historic experiment simulating air attacks on the Eastern seaboard, focusing on the vulnerability of areas like Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Eastern New York. Over four days, B18 bombers acted as enemy forces, with Paramount News capturing the event. The exercise aimed to test the region's defenses against surprise air raids.

What location is highlighted as vulnerable to air attacks in the first section?

• Mitchell Field

• Rhode Island

• Massachusetts

• Eastern New York

Who filmed the historic experiment involving bombers acting as enemies?

• Warner Bros.

• Universal Studios

• Paramount News

• 20th Century Fox

What type of bombers were used for the surprise attack?

• B19

• B18

• B20

• B17

Which states were included in the 18,000 square mile target area?

• Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Eastern New York

• New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland

• Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts

• Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia

What was the purpose of the B18 bombers' mission?

• To simulate an enemy raid

• To perform a reconnaissance mission

• To conduct a training exercise

• To deliver supplies