Soldiers Build Instant Runway On North Carolina Beach

The video describes the process of constructing an airfield at Marston Strip, North Carolina. Bulldozers level the field, and perforated steel is laid to create a runway capable of accommodating large aircraft like the B 19. The design allows grass to grow through the steel, camouflaging the runway. This efficient method reflects the army's efforts to advance their program.

What is the initial step in preparing the field at Marston Strip?

• Planting grass

• Constructing buildings

• Leveling the sandy field

• Laying down steel strips

What material is used to construct the runway at Marston Strip?

• Wooden planks

• Concrete

• Asphalt

• Perforated steel

Which large aircraft is the runway reported to accommodate?

• B 17

• B 19

• B 52

• B 29

How does the design of the runway help in camouflaging it?

• By using reflective materials

• By covering it with sand

• By allowing grass to grow through

• By painting it green

What does the construction of the airfield demonstrate about the army?

• Their focus on traditional methods

• Their ability to build quickly

• Their reliance on civilian contractors

• Their use of outdated technology