Allied Ships Lost To German Dive Bombers In Bari

The transcript discusses significant naval disasters, focusing on the impact of German dive bombers on Allied ports, including a surprise attack on Bari Harbor. This attack resulted in the sinking of 17 United Nations merchant ships and significant casualties. Bari Harbor was crucial for supplying war materials to Yugoslavia's partisan armies.

What major event is mentioned as a significant naval disaster alongside Pearl Harbor?

• The Normandy landings

• The attack on Bari Harbor

• The sinking of the Titanic

• The Battle of Midway

How many United Nations merchant ships were sunk in the Bari Harbor attack?

• 30

• 10

• 17

• 25

Which country's vessels were specifically mentioned as being sunk in the Bari Harbor attack?

• British

• American

• French

• Italian

Approximately how many people were affected by the surprise raid at Bari Harbor?

• 1000

• 750

• 500

• 1500

What was the strategic role of Bari for the Allies during the war?

• A training ground for new recruits

• A base for naval operations

• A supply hub for Yugoslavia's partisan armies

• A port for leisure and recreation