Ploesti Mission - Luftwaffe and Allied Air Forces Discussion Forum

Artist · #1 25th March 2009, 21:30

Hi, can anyone tell me, at about what time did the 376th Bomb Group drop there bombs on Ploesti. I am working on a painting and am trying to get the suns position correct. thanks, Bob

shooshoobaby · #2 25th March 2009, 22:38

Bob -
Killer Kanes Bombardier , Harry Korger ,
Noted Bombs Away at 3:13 PM
They had just passed over the 376th and 93d
returning from Target about 15 miles out.
Hope this Helps.
Mike

Artist · #3 26th March 2009, 00:55

Thanks Mike, this helps alot. The suns position dosn't have to be exact but I want it to be close. So I would guess the sun is still high but coming from the west. thanks again, Bob

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