Plane Crash At Air Show War Reenactment

A crowd of 125,000 gathered at a natural amphitheater to witness a war show by the Army Air Forces. The event aimed to demonstrate war scenarios to Americans on the Homefront. Despite a tragic accident where two planes collided, resulting in flaming wreckage and the loss of four crewmen, the army continued with their scheduled program, turning a make-believe scenario into a tragic reality.

What was the purpose of the war show staged by the Army Air Forces?

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What was the reaction of the crowd during the sham battle before the tragedy?

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What message was the army trying to convey to Americans on the Homefront?

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Describe the events that led to the tragic accident during the air show.

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How did the army respond after the accident occurred?

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