Air War Over Europe Quiz

Which group of pilots emerged as aces in the fall of 1943?

• The Soviet Air Force

• The German Luftwaffe

• The American 56th Fighter Group

• The British 303 Squadron

What significant event occurred on November 26, 1943, involving the 56th Fighter Group?

• They escorted a raid to Bremen

• They bombed Berlin

• They attacked Paris

• They defended London

How many enemy planes did Gabby Gabreski shoot down to become an ace?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• Five

What was the total number of kills achieved by the 56th Fighter Group on the day Gabby became an ace?

• 10

• 15

• 23

• 30

What purpose did the markers on Gabby's Thunderbolt serve?

• To mark enemy territory

• To track fuel consumption

• To indicate flight hours

• To boost morale and set targets