Operation Wickinger Quiz

What was the result of the miscommunication between the German Navy and Air Force in February 1940?

• A successful attack on British ships

• A battle with the British that they were not present for

• The capture of British sailors

• A peaceful resolution with no casualties

What was the German Navy's mission during the incident?

• To engage in a land battle

• To conduct a training exercise

• To provide air support for the Luftwaffe

• To disrupt British shipping routes

Why did the German Air Force drop bombs on their own Navy?

• They were ordered to attack by mistake

• They were practicing bombing runs

• They were testing new weapons

• They mistook the German ships for British ones

What was the outcome of the investigation into the incident?

• Several officers were court-martialed

• The event was publicized immediately

• The British were blamed for the incident

• No officers faced charges and it was kept secret

How was the incident ironically recorded in history?

• As a British victory

• As a battle with the British, who were not present

• As a training exercise gone wrong

• As a successful German operation