BRITAIN'S AIR TOLL OF NAZI BLITZKRIEG -

BRITAIN'S AIR TOLL OF NAZI BLITZKRIEG -

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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On August 15th, the British Empire marked a significant day as the German Air Force attempted mass attacks on British targets but suffered heavy losses, losing 169 planes. The RAF meticulously verified these losses with independent witnesses. The video highlights the air battles, the effectiveness of British defenses, and the strategic implications for the German Air Force, which faced a 5 to 1 loss ratio. The British viewed these events with a sense of achievement, while German reports differed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event does the British Empire celebrate on August 15th?

The end of World War I

The signing of the Magna Carta

The defeat of Napoleon

The day Hitler missed

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many German planes were lost during the attacks on August 15th?

169

200

100

50

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What method does the RAF use to confirm the loss of German planes?

Radar tracking

Independent witness confirmation

Pilot's word

Photographic evidence

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ratio of German to British plane losses on August 15th?

2 to 1

5 to 1

4 to 1

3 to 1

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why must Germany strike before Britain's aircraft production becomes overwhelming?

To secure more resources

To gain air superiority

To boost morale at home

To prevent British naval expansion