Allied powers airlift supplies to Berlin to bypass 1948 Soviet blockade

Allied powers airlift supplies to Berlin to bypass 1948 Soviet blockade

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The Berlin Blockade aimed to starve the city into submission, but the Berlin Airlift, known as Operation Vittles, countered this by flying supplies into Berlin's Tempelhof Airport around the clock. This massive logistical effort by American and English forces ensured a steady stream of supplies, showcasing an incredible operation that defied the blockade's intentions.

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What challenges did the operation face during its execution?

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What was the primary goal of operation Vittles during the Berlin Airlift?

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Describe the nature of the operation referred to as operation Vittles.

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How did the American and English transports operate during the Berlin Airlift?

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What was the significance of Tempelhof Airport in the context of the Berlin Airlift?

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