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9th March 2005, 17:04
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Bomber escorts
Steve
I am not sure I can add much that is helpful I don't do much on 8/9USAAF. The book I mentioned does not make clear whether there were claims or losses for 367FG on 16 December. I believe that 8USAAF used similar escort tactics to RAF with layers of cover: close escort and escort cover etc. They may have had different rules about engaging the enemy because one of their key objectives was the defeat of the LW. Clearly 9USAAF was primarily a tactical force so pilots might not have substantial experience with escorting heavy bombers. If they did have experience then they would expect USAAF bombers to fly in tight formations rather than an extended stream. RAF Fighter Sqdns escorted the op to Trier on 23 December but again weather (or hangovers?) seemed to have been a problem on 26 December. Steve 
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