Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: 1) Who stated a massive first strike would remove the need for a ground war? 2) Who stated that hitting vital centers such as factories would remove the will to fight of the enemy? 3) Describe the early RAF bombing experience prior to the US entering the war. 4) What was the technological advance that led to precision bombing? 5) Describe in writing the three target priorities in the Combined Bombing Offensive. Warm-Up – 2/8 – 10 minutes

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Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: 1) Who stated a massive first strike would remove the need for a ground war? 2) Who stated that hitting vital centers such as factories would remove the will to fight of the enemy? 3) Describe the early RAF bombing experience prior to the US entering the war. 4) What was the technological advance that led to precision bombing? 5) Describe in writing the three target priorities in the Combined Bombing Offensive. Warm-Up – 2/8 – 10 minutes

 Beginning of WWII many theories existed of how to use air power.  Italian Air Marshal Giulio Douhet said to gain air supremacy with a massive first strike; a surprise attack on the enemy’s aircraft.  Attack population and they would give in – no large ground war would be necessary. Developing a Strategy (for air power)

Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: 1) Who stated a massive first strike would remove the need for a ground war? 2) Who stated that hitting vital centers such as factories would remove the will to fight of the enemy? 3) Describe the early RAF bombing experience prior to the US entering the war. 4) What was the technological advance that led to precision bombing? 5) Describe in writing the three target priorities in the Combined Bombing Offensive. Warm-Up – 2/8 – 10 minutes

 Sir Hugh Trenchard – “Father of the RAF” - believed the proper force mix was two- thirds bomber aircraft and one-third fighter.  He disagreed with Douhet on what targets to hit.  Trenchard thought air power should knock out vital centers, like factories – workers have no where to work - destroy will to fight Developing a Strategy (for air power)

Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: 1) Who stated a massive first strike would remove the need for a ground war? 2) Who stated that hitting vital centers such as factories would remove the will to fight of the enemy? 3) Describe the early RAF bombing experience prior to the US entering the war. 4) What was the technological advance that led to precision bombing? 5) Describe in writing the three target priorities in the Combined Bombing Offensive. Warm-Up – 2/8 – 10 minutes

 All three had agreed in long range bombing and they could get to targets unmolested.  The RAF did not agree and had tried early in the war and changed to nighttime after losses by German anti-aircraft and fighters. Developing a Strategy (for air power)

Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: 1) Who stated a massive first strike would remove the need for a ground war? 2) Who stated that hitting vital centers such as factories would remove the will to fight of the enemy? 3) Describe the early RAF bombing experience prior to the US entering the war. 4) What was the technological advance that led to precision bombing? 5) Describe in writing the three target priorities in the Combined Bombing Offensive. Warm-Up – 2/8 – 10 minutes

 The US developed the Norden bombsight – which placed bombs accurately on target.  US theory was that a well-armed bomber could fly high over enemy guns. Developing a Strategy (for air power)

Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: 1) Who stated a massive first strike would remove the need for a ground war? 2) Who stated that hitting vital centers such as factories would remove the will to fight of the enemy? 3) Describe the early RAF bombing experience prior to the US entering the war. 4) What was the technological advance that led to precision bombing? 5) Describe in writing the three target priorities in the Combined Bombing Offensive. Warm-Up – 2/8 – 10 minutes

 In the beginning, first priority targets were submarine factories, docks and ports. The Combined Bomber Offensive

 Second priority targets were aircraft factories and munitions plants. The Combined Bomber Offensive

 Third priority targets were communications and transportation systems. The Combined Bomber Offensive

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 February — Three bids for United States Army's first aeroplane proved by Secretary of War. THIS DAY IN AVIATION

 February — The first Boeing 247 takes to the air opening a new era in air transport, representing the new age of all-metal monoplane designs. THIS DAY IN AVIATION

 February — Ten new Douglas B-18 “Bolo” bombers arrive at Balboa, Canal Zone, to reinforce the Army Air Corps units at Albrook and France Fields. They flew from Randolph Field, Texas with one overnight stop at Guatemala. THIS DAY IN AVIATION

 February — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) retires an aircraft registration number for the first time (USA) — that of Amelia Earhart's airplane, which disappeared over the Pacific in July THIS DAY IN AVIATION

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Chapter 4 – Air Power Goes to War

 Mission:  Describe in writing the impact air superiority had on the European campaign.  Describe in writing the date of the German surrender in Europe.  Identify in writing the aircraft losses for the US, RAF, and the Luftwaffe during WWII.  EQ:  What were some of the aviation developments during the 5 year period of WWII that influenced the Aviation Industry for years to come? Today’s Mission Requirements

Video of the Day D-Day

The Normandy Invasion

 On June 6, 1944, the Allies landed in Normandy, France starting the invasion of Europe. The Normandy Invasion

 For two months before the invasion, US and British planes bombed within 130- mile radius of the beaches.  This gave the Allies air superiority for the invasion. The Normandy Invasion Air superiority saved countless lives and pieces of equipment.

 Night before invasion, bombers which normally flew at 20,000 ft flew 100 to 1000 ft off the deck. After dropping bombs they strafed targets on ground.  Fighters – like P-38 Lightning carried two 1000 lbs and would bomb.  They would escort bombers and transport as well as strafe infantry The Normandy Invasion

 First wave of transports were nine aircraft wide and in a line extending 230 miles.  Many transports carried paratroopers.  Some towed gliders with men and materiel.  Gliders were made of wood and fabric.  Evening of invasion – one glider took off from England every 15 seconds The Normandy Invasion

 Strategic bombing of aircraft factories, oil refineries and transportation facilities continued after the Normandy invasion.  By 1945, Luftwaffe was beaten and no longer a threat to British and American bombers. The Normandy Invasion

 May 7 th, 1945 – Germany surrendered and the war in Europe ended.  During the air war in Europe:  US and British planes dropped over 2 ½ million tons of bombs. The Normandy Invasion

 The U.S. Army Air Forces and the RAF lost:  Over 8,000 bombers  Over 7,000 fighters  The Luftwaffe lost nearly 33,000 aircraft. The Normandy Invasion

 D-Day Invasion and Battle of Normandy cost over 57,000 Allied soldiers and airmen.  Major turning point in the war.  More than 1 million men landed along the 60 miles of beach within seven weeks of D-Day. The Normandy Invasion

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 Mission:  Describe in writing the impact air superiority had on the European campaign.  Describe in writing the date of the German surrender in Europe.  Identify in writing the aircraft losses for the US, RAF, and the Luftwaffe during WWII.  EQ:  What were some of the aviation developments during the 5 year period of WWII that influenced the Aviation Industry for years to come? Today’s Mission Requirements

 For two months before the invasion, US and British planes bombed within 130- mile radius of the beaches.  This gave the Allies air superiority for the invasion. The Normandy Invasion Air superiority saved countless lives and pieces of equipment.

 Mission:  Describe in writing the impact air superiority had on the European campaign.  Describe in writing the date of the German surrender in Europe.  Identify in writing the aircraft losses for the US, RAF, and the Luftwaffe during WWII.  EQ:  What were some of the aviation developments during the 5 year period of WWII that influenced the Aviation Industry for years to come? Today’s Mission Requirements

 May 7 th, 1945 – Germany surrendered and the war in Europe ended.  During the air war in Europe:  US and British planes dropped over 2 and ½ million tons of bombs. The Normandy Invasion

 Mission:  Describe in writing the impact air superiority had on the European campaign.  Describe in writing the date of the German surrender in Europe.  Identify in writing the aircraft losses for the US, RAF, and the Luftwaffe during WWII.  EQ:  What were some of the aviation developments during the 5 year period of WWII that influenced the Aviation Industry for years to come? Today’s Mission Requirements

 The U.S. Army Air Forces and the RAF lost:  Over 8,000 bombers  Over 7,000 fighters  The Luftwaffe lost nearly 33,000 aircraft. The Normandy Invasion

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Lesson Closure - 3 – List 3 things you learned today. 1. Create (1) quiz question with answer about today’s lesson. 2. List 2 things you have questions about today’s lesson.

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Safety Rules – Safety Monitor Brief Must Use Safety Glasses Use of Cutting tools is Dangerous – AT ALL TIMES – knives only out when cutting Must Use Cutting Mats All Areas will remain clean and organized Plane Captains will insure All Areas will be cleaned and all items put back in proper locations 10 minutes prior to class ending Class SAFETY MONITOR will insure areas are clean and safe at all times

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