1944 World War II air battle above Berlin

1944 World War II air battle above Berlin

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The video discusses the intense air battle over Berlin, where the city was engulfed in planes and smoke. On a March day in 1944, 176 enemy planes were lost, representing almost half of Germany's monthly aircraft production. The battle also saw significant sacrifices from the US, with 68 bombers and 11 fighters lost, highlighting the high cost of victory.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the nature of the blockade in Berlin during the described event?

A peaceful negotiation

A diplomatic meeting

A naval blockade

An intense aerial and ground blockade

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many enemy planes were lost on the March day mentioned?

100

176

150

200

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In 1944, what fraction of Germany's monthly aircraft production was lost?

One-fourth

Half

Two-thirds

One-third

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many US bombers were lost in the battle?

100

50

80

68

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the total number of American fighters that paid the ultimate price?

20

15

11

25