Coast Guard Traps Nazis In Arctic At Weather Station

Coast Guard Traps Nazis In Arctic At Weather Station

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The transcript describes a Nazi plot to establish a weather observation post in Greenland, which was crucial for North Atlantic U-boat operations. The US Coast Guard undertakes a mission to locate and dismantle a Nazi radio station transmitting vital weather information. The Nazis had set up a well-supplied base, with equipment and provisions parachuted in to sustain operations for a year.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary objective of the Nazi plot mentioned in the video?

To set up a weather observation post

To establish a military base

To create a new trade route

To conduct scientific research

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the United States Coast Guardsmen navigate through the icy waters?

By waiting for the ice to melt

By using depth charges

By following a mapped route

By using icebreakers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the Nazi radio station?

To broadcast propaganda

To communicate with Berlin

To transmit weather details to U-boat raiders

To send distress signals

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How were the Nazis able to sustain their operations at the weather station?

By using solar energy

By receiving parachuted supplies

By growing their own food

By trading with locals

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of supplies were parachuted to the Nazi station?

Medical supplies

Food, gasoline, and ammunition

Construction materials

Clothing and blankets

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