SEE NAPLES AND BOMB - SAY US AIRMEN -

SEE NAPLES AND BOMB - SAY US AIRMEN -

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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The video discusses the bombing of Italy during WWII by American and allied forces. It highlights the raids carried out from a Middle East base targeting Naples, emphasizing the long distances and challenges faced, such as encountering fighters and flak. The bombers aimed to deliver precise high-altitude attacks, a specialty of the American forces, targeting docks, quays, and shipping to disrupt Mussolini's regime.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were involved in the bombing of Italy?

Only American forces

Only local forces

Both American and local forces

Neither American nor local forces

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the target of the recent raids mentioned in the video?

Venice

Naples

Milan

Rome

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the distance of the bombing mission compare to a North Atlantic crossing?

Not mentioned in the video

Shorter than a North Atlantic crossing

Longer than a North Atlantic crossing

Equal to a North Atlantic crossing

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenges do bombers face during their mission?

Lack of fuel

Enemy fighters and anti-aircraft fire

Mechanical failures

Poor weather conditions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is highlighted as an American specialty in the video?

Underwater bombing

Nighttime bombing

Low altitude bombing

High altitude precision bombing