60 Bombers Caught Starting Engines: The Wewak Massacre That Changed WWII Air Combat скачать в хорошем качестве

60 Bombers Caught Starting Engines: The Wewak Massacre That Changed WWII Air Combat

August 17, 1943. Sixty Japanese bombers were sitting ducks at Boram Airfield, engines running, ready for takeoff. What happened next became known as the Wewak Massacre—a devastating 12-minute surprise strike that fundamentally changed the Pacific air war. The American B-25 Mitchells perfected the art of the low-level attack, wiping out 170 Japanese aircraft in just five days and delivering the "death blow" to Japan’s air power in New Guinea. How did the Americans pull off this impossible surprise? And why couldn't the Japanese react? Watch now to see the footage and tactical breakdown of one of WWII's most successful ground attacks! 👍 Like & Subscribe for more untold military history! 🔔 Turn on notifications so you don't miss our next video!