NAAF drops 2278 tons of bombs on sicily and Italian ports (12 juin 1943 – 2 juill. 1943)
Description:
"Mediterranean -- Sicilian and Italian ports continue to receive full attention of NAAF, which, during period 12 June-2 July, drops 2,278 tons of bombs. Matla-based and Gozo-based fighters contribute cover and escort. Final phase of pre-Husky air offensive, beginning at this time, is directed toward knocking out enemy planes and wrecking airfields."> Williams, Mary H. Chronology 1941-1945. Center of Military History United States Army, 2010.
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Date:
12 juin 1943
2 juill. 1943
~ 20 days