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The transcript provides updates on the Pacific War, highlighting battles like Iwo Jima and new landings in the Philippines. It discusses carrier-borne air strikes across regions from Indochina to Japan, targeting Japanese ships, airfields, and harbors. An incident involving a crash landing of an American pilot is mentioned. The focus shifts to bombing strategies, emphasizing the preference for bad weather to provide cover. Admiral Horsey clarifies that only military objectives are targeted, with the Imperial Palace in Tokyo not being one. However, bombing accuracy can be affected by weather conditions, leading to potential unintended targets.

What are the primary targets of the carrier-borne air strikes mentioned in the video?

• Civilian areas

• Neutral territories

• Allied bases

• Japanese ships and airfields

What is a common risk for pilots landing on carriers?

• Running out of fuel

• Getting lost at sea

• Crash landings

• Enemy fire

What was the condition of the American pilot after the crash landing?

• He was knocked out but not badly hurt

• He was seriously injured

• He was unharmed

• He was captured by the enemy

Which areas have been the focus of recent heavy bombings?

• Hawaii and Alaska

• China, Formosa, and Japan

• Australia and New Zealand

• India and Burma

What does Admiral Horsey say about the Imperial Palace in Tokyo?

• It is a primary target

• It is a strategic location

• It is not a military objective

• It has already been bombed