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Battle of France - Part I has now been released!

Which side do you wish to fly on?

  • British

    Votes: 11 78.6%

  • German

    Votes: 3 21.4%
  • Total voters
    14
  • Poll closed .
Just thought I'd ask...

Hey guys,

For an upcoming mission, there's one that has six Hurricanes taking on about sixty Bf-109s between Antwerp and Brussels. The British threw caution to the wind and dove into the fray. Any opinions on which side you'd want to fly it from?
 
Is there a way to answer "both" ?

If not, I would answer German, since there are only a few German-side missions/campaigns around there.
 
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Roxane-21 said:
Is there a way to answer "both"?

If not, I would answer German, since there are only a few German-side missions/campaigns around there.
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Roxanne-21,

I understand your sentiment, but I'm facing a premium on time now that school is back in session, and I have a ton of work still to do on this. I only have time to do one side.
 
Rami said:
Hey guys,

For an upcoming mission, there's one that has six Hurricanes taking on about sixty Bf-109s between Antwerp and Brussels. The British threw caution to the wind and dove into the fray. Any opinions on which side you'd want to fly it from?
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Well the obvious challenge is to fly from the Brit side, but who knows, with the way the AI performs, you may win just by watching the 60 German AI collide with each other :costumed-smiley-034
 
Rami if you can make for both side that would be awesome..well i've to choose german as we only have few mission for german side
 
Personally, I like to fly both sides of a mission, but if I had to choose, I'd choose British for the challenge.
 
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Hey guys.

I really appreciate the feedback on this....I shall do both. I've actually already done the German side, so doing the British side should not be difficult. I can just "flip" the mission.
 
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UncleTgt said:
Well the obvious challenge is to fly from the Brit side, but who knows, with the way the AI performs, you may win just by watching the 60 German AI collide with each other :costumed-smiley-034
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John,

Actually, the first time I flew it from the German side, two British Hurricanes collided with one another, dropping the AI targets from six down to four. Go figure. :jump:
 
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Good evening,

Finally making some traction again after being sick!

"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Raiding Panzers at Cambrai
"summary_string"=Get to your bombers! Panzer columns have reached the town of Cambrai. Your bombers are being sent out to take them out, & prevent them from pushing further toward the coast! If the German succeed, we may be forced back to the sea! Let's show the Germans that we will not be pushed out of France!
"objective_string"=This sortie is an amalgam of two or three Blenheim missions flown by 18 Squadron on 18 May. During both missions, Panzers columns near Cambrai were the intended target. In one mission, the formation, with escorts from 85 & 87 Squadron were jumped by Bf-109s over Mons from above, and on another, 504 Sqn engaged Bf-109s from I/JG 3 southeast of Valenciennes. The initial mid-afternoon assault appears to have run into no resistance. During the other two, four Hurricanes were lost, exchanged for two Bf-109s shot down and another damaged.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, you'll fly north toward the city of Mons, Belgium. You'll pick up your escort near the city. You will then head southeast into France and approach Cambrai from the east. You will focus on the northern Panzer column. When complete, pivot south and return to Juvincourt, your bombers will likely be used again before the day is through!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Blenheim Mk4-1 105 Sqn RAF Hughie Edwards
"airfield_string"=France - Juvincourt

"title_string"=BoF Jagdgeschwader - Stuka escort to Lille-Marcq
"summary_string"=Aufgepasst, kameraden! Stukas are being sent out to attack the airfield at Lille-Marcq, this is being used by the British as a fighter base. Your job is to escort the Stukas to the enemy airbase, stay in orbit over the area until they finish their run, and then get them home. Let's show the British that we know where they are concentrating their forces!
"objective_string"=Just before noon on 18 May, 87 Sqn intercepted a gaggle of Stukas, escorted by Bf-109s, somewhere to the east of Brussels, Belgium. These Hurricanes were largely ineffective, only one Ju-87 was shot down & another damaged. Some Ju-87s likely came from 4/StG 2, which did have a Stuka get mauled. There's no record of damage to any Hurricanes or Bf-109s. This mission supposes the German Stukas were attacking an airfield in northeastern France; Lille-Marcq is the intended target for this mission.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will form up with the Stukas and head toward the airfield at Lille. Your flight will be responsible for the 'Knoblauch' and 'Stammbuch' flights, other Bf-109s will guard the rest of the formation. As the Stukas go into their dives, stay in orbit over the field until the Stukas finish their run, them bring them back to Germany. If you get jumped by British fighters, draw them away from the bombers & keep them busy so these Stukas can escape.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=AH_BF109ECFS2_JG26_H ornung
"airfield_string"=Germany - Monchengladbach

"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Protect the Cambrai airfields
"summary_string"=To your fighters! With German Panzers thrusting toward the coast, one of their columns has pushed into Cambrai, & the airfields in that sector are in grave danger of being captured by the Luftwaffe! You'll fly a patrol over the Cambrai sector and try to prevent attacks on these airfields. We must not allow the enemy to grab airfields in our backyard!
"objective_string"=Late in the morning on 18 May 1940, a patrol from 3 Squadron broke up a formation of about twenty Ju-87s near Cambrai. Only one Stuka was claimed, but no RAF losses were recorded. Two Henschel Hs-126 recce aircraft were also shot down in the same area, one by a section of 111 Sqn & another by 253 Sqn. This mission includes a few liberties; the targets chosen are the airfields just north and south of the town, and so the Stuka force is split. It is not known if this is historically accurate.
"intelligence_string"=Your task for this mission is to protect Forenville airfield, just south of Cambrai. 111 and 253 Sqns are tasked with protecting Hayencourt aerodrome. After taking off, climb to Angels 12 and try to cut off any German raids on this airfield. Take down as many enemy aircraft as you can, then return to Merville to refuel & reload. It's been a busy day so far, we expect this to continue!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 3 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Merville

"title_string"=BoF Jagdgeschwader - Can't wish for better odds
"summary_string"=Männer, herhören! Our forces in Belgium have just taken the cities of Antwerp and Brussels, and now we must protect our gains! Your fighters will fly a patrol between these two cities, turning aside any Allied effort to take them back or destroy targets that we could use to help our offensive. Show the Allies they will not take our hard-fought gains!
"objective_string"=Late in the morning on 18 May 1940, as fighters of JG 2 were flying a sweep over the newly-captured cities of Antwerp & Brussels, they were jumped by just two sections of RAF Hurricanes of 56 & 229 Sqns; a grand total of six fighters. Despite being surprised, the German Bf-109s already posessing a 10-1 advantage in numbers recovered quickly and shot down two of these Hurricanes for the loss of one Bf-109.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you'll assemble the Bf-109 flights prior to leaving Germany. After you reach Brussels, you will fly just east of north until you reach Antwerp. When you engage the Hurricanes, the mission is set up so even if you get just one or none, there is no failure report if the AI bag them first or you get hits but no kills, just because the numbers are so favorable. Use this as a challenge to see how many you can get before your wingmen and the other flights do! Once finished with this fight, you will either continue to Antwerp or head back to Monchengladbach. Either way, you should have an easy ride here.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=AH_BF109ECFS2_JG26_H ornung
"airfield_string"=Germany - Monchengladbach
 
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Good afternoon,

Not having much luck hitting Panzer columns from 18,000ft, but it's certainly fun to try...

"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Cut off the German Panzers
"summary_string"=Get to your Blenheims! Panzer columns are pushing through the towns of Le Cateau and Avesnes as yet another thrust attempts to push toward the coast. Your bombers are being sent out to take them out, & prevent them from advancing any further! If the German forces succeed, we may be forced back to the sea! Let's show the Germans that we won't be pushed out of France!
"objective_string"=This is an amalgam of two other Blenheim missions that were flown on the afternoon of 18 May. The British bombers struck enemy columns in the towns of Le Cateau & Avesnes-sur-Helpe. Apparently the mission was flown at high altitude to remain above anti-aircraft fire, so results must have been poor. Nevertheless, AA gunners did chew up at least one bomber near Le Cateau, and in the latter raid the formation was intercepted by Bf-109s of I/JG 2. These Bf-109s brought down three and damaged a fourth. Escort was provided by Hurricanes of 79 and 213/B Squadrons.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, you will head northwest to meet up with the Hurricane escort over Douai. From there, turn southwest & head to Le Cateau, where a part of the formation will raid German columns in that area. You will then continue east with the rest of the formation and strike Wehrmacht columns near Avesnes-sur-Helpe. The provided escort should be able to fend off any fighters, but be prepared in case you are intercepted. Once finished, return to Juvincourt. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Blenheim Mk4-1 139 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Juvincourt
 
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Good evening,

Some new actions today...

"title_string"=Battle of France - Bouncing the He-111s near Fismes
"summary_string"=Accédez à vos combattants! Citizens around Reims have heard the drone of bombers in the area, and the Germans could be heading for towns along the railline to Soissons, trying to cut off this critical asset that keeps airfields in the area operational! You must try to prevent the enemy from pounding these towns because if they succeed, our airbases nearby will be virtually usless!
"objective_string"=In mid-afternoon on 18 May 1940, French Hawks from GC I/5 and GC II/4 engaged Heinkel 111s of II/KG 55 a bit north of the town of Fismes. These Hawks did not have an easy time; three were lost from GC I/4 alone, but between these two fighter squadrons, they did shoot down five Heinkels and damage another three. The mission assumes Fismes is the target. There's no record of an escort with the bombers, so none have been included.
"intelligence_string"=Your goal is to intercept the bombers north of the suspected target of Fismes, and then engage them aggressively, trying to get as many of the bombers as you can to abort before they raid Fismes. After taking off, meet up with the Hawks from Athis and begin climbing hard. You must get to about 4,500m before intercepting the enemy, this will put you in a good position to attack. Make sure you scan for any escorts before attacking. After expending all your ammo or all the bombers abort, break off & return to Vraux to refuel & reload. Bonne chance!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=FDG2_P-36 Capt Jean Accart GC I 5 Pontarlier 1940
"airfield_string"=France - Vraux

"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Jump the exposed Heinkels
"summary_string"=Listen up, pilots! While sections have already been sent to mop up after the Vitry attack, two sections of fighters from 145 and 601 squadrons are being sent out to sweep the Brussels sector, looking for any enemy planes returning to Germany from raids over France. Let's hope that you get lucky & find enemy formations without escorts; our forces have taken a heavy beating today, and we can't afford further losses!
"objective_string"=Just after the massed assault on Vitry, Hurricanes of 145 and 601 were sent to patrol over Brussels. Near the city, they encountered twelve unescorted He-111s of II/KG 4. Seizing the opportunity, these six Hurricanes tore into the exposed & vulnerable bombers, claiming five destroyed, three probable, & two damaged. In the process, one Hurricane of 145 Squadron was shot down. However, only three Heinkels are confirmed destroyed through German records and another damaged.
"intelligence_string"=After leaving Merville, you will fly east-northeast & climb up to Angels 15 before reaching Brussels. Between Brussels and Leuven, look for retreating formations and be sure to look for escorts before attacking; sometimes the Germans lurk high in the clouds, waiting for enemy planes to engage before pouncing on them. Take down as many as you can, and then return to Merville. Hopefully this will be our last action of the day, it's been a long one!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 3 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Merville

"title_string"=BoF Kampfgeschwader - Douai is in the crosshairs
"summary_string"=Piloten der Luftflotte! As Panzer units continue to push toward the sea, bomber units are ordered to attack cities and towns in the corridor near Arras to lessen resistance in the area and prevent Allied units from using these cities as places to organize counterattacks. Your bombers are tasked to attack Douai, while another raid will attack Valenciennes about the same time to scatter the enemy defense. Let's show the Allies that our progress will not be slowed!
"objective_string"=On the afternoon of 18 May, Hurricanes of 111/A & 253/B Sqns trying to find their assigned escort ran into a massed formation of He-111s from I and II/KG 54, along with two staffeln of Do-17s from II/KG 76. They were escorted by Bf-110s from I and II/ZG 76. According to all available records, four Dorniers were claimed with two other Do-17s badly damaged, & four Bf-110s were claimed with three others badly damaged. Two Hurricanes were shot up, but no losses cited. This mission splits the bomber force in two; the Heinkels raid Douai and the Dorniers strike Valenciennes.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, the bomber formation will head southwest toward the River Rhine, where you will rendezvous with an escort from ZG 26. As you approach Douai, your release height will be 5,000 meters. Over the target, expect both heavy flak & possible interception by fighters. As you begin the withdrawal, the two staffeln of Do-17s with their escort will raid Valenciennes, and then turn away. Once the attack is finished, fly back to Germany; rumor has it that we are being sent right back out for the biggest raid of the day!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=GC_He111H6
"airfield_string"=Germany - Achmer
 
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Good evening,

Just keep a rollin'-a-long...

"title_string"=Battle of France - Looking for the German eagle eyes
"summary_string"=Pilotes, c'est à vous de patrouiller! Your fighters will patrol above the French and Belgian cities of Mauberge, Mons, and Namur, looking for any sign of enemy recce aircraft, bombers, or fighters. If we can eliminate these planes that are looking for any of our isolated units that are trapped behind the frontlines, this will allow them the protection they require to escape. Let's show our commanders were are up to the task!
"objective_string"=During the evening of 18 May 1940, fighters from GC III/3 were involved in an attack that damaged a Henschel Hs-126 near Mauberge. The rest of the mission is an amalgam of British & German activity in this sector between Mauberge, Mons, & Namur. During these missions, two Bf-109s were lost, two Hs-126 recce planes were damaged, one Hurricane was shot down, and two Heinkels were destroyed. D-520s did partially equip the French squadron at this point, however their use during this mission is wholly speculative.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will head northeast to patrol an area between Mauberge, Mons, & Namur. This has been an area that has seen a lot of recce activity, as German units are looking to mop up all enemy resistance behind the front. You'll have the best French fighters for this sortie, the Dewoitine D-520. You may run into British Hurricanes while patrolling, so be careful what you're shooting at. Focus on German recce aircraft & bombers before engaging any fighters. After finishing this patrol, return to Beauvais. Try to bring the fighters back intact, they are by far your best weapons against the Germans!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Dewoitine D520 Mai 1940
"airfield_string"=France - Beauvais

"title_string"=Battle of France - Sweep below the Marne & Somme
"summary_string"=Vos combattants sont réchauffés et attendent! You will fly a patrol just south of the Marne & Somme rivers, across an area where German Panzers have been pushing hard toward the sea. Your job is to destroy any enemy aircraft in the area, especially bombers, and prevent them from hitting cities and towns that might be used as strongpoints to blunt their advance! Let's show the Germans we will not cower despite their aggression!
"objective_string"=Throughout the day of 18 May, French pilots flew several fighter sweeps over the area northeast of Paris between Roye & Rethel. In the engagements, they ran into German fighters of JG 76, as well as Heinkel and Dornier bombers. In addition to that, one French squadron shot down a Henschel Hs-126 recce plane. French fighter squadrons involved in combat in this sector were from GC I/4, GC II/2. GC II/4, GC III/2, GC III/6, GC 3/10, & GC 6/I. French squadrons seem to have lost three Ms-406 fighters, one Curtiss H-75, and one Bloch Mb-152. Another H-75 was also damaged. The Germans lost three Bf-109s from I/JG 76 and one Do-17.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will fly east, sweeping above a sector between Villequier-Aumont, Rethel, Montcornet, and Roye. During the sweep, bombers will be your primary targets, but you may also run into enemy fighters. If this happens, use caution: German fighters have superior performance to our own. Patrol this area until you exhaust all of your ammunition, then return to base. It is important to keep your Blochs intact if at all possible, we can't afford to lose more fighters!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Bloch MB.152
"airfield_string"=France - Le Havre

"title_string"=Battle of France - Mopping up following the Vitry raid
"summary_string"=Déplacez-vous maintenant! Luftwaffe planes have been sighted again in the area between Douai and Vitry. You will fly a patrol over the area to locate & attack them, and show the Germans that despite their efforts today, we will continue to resist!
"objective_string"=This mission is a rough amalgam of several attacks by the French on German raids and fighter sweeps between Saint Quentin, Vitry, & Douai throughout the day on 18 May. The most concentrated of the attacks occurred in the evening, when Dorniers of III/KG 76 hit Vitry at low level after the massed raid three hours earlier. As the Do-17s withdrew, Hurricanes from 56 & 79 Squadrons pounced, but Bf-110s kept them off the bombers. Three Bf-110s were lost, for one Hurricane & another damaged. MS-406s of GC I/6 shot down other Do-17s from KG 2 in the same area. Further combat by GC I/6 took place near Saint Quentin, where one Ms-406 was lost & two damaged as the French continued to chase the bombers back to Germany.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you will fly northwest to patrol an area between Douai, Vitry, and Saint Quentin, looking for any enemy bombers or fighters. If you find any bombers, they're the main target. Attack them until you exhaust your ammo, then break off and return home. Today was a brutal day for both ourselves and the British, and we must save all the fighters we have left!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Bloch MB.152
"airfield_string"=France - Juvaincourt
 
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Good morning,

Two more, while I have a break between classes...

"title_string"=Battle of France - Hawks patrol the skies above Metz
"summary_string"=Écoutez, pilotes! Citizens in Metz hear the drone of German aircraft, so your Hawks will patrol the area, looking for any sign of German aircraft. You will patrol the sector between Metz & Bouzonville, engaging any German aircraft you encounter, and then return to base. This has been a heavy day of loss for both ourselves and the British, let's make sure we don't add to the carnage!
"objective_string"=While heavy combat took place over Vitry, French P-36s from GC II/5 were involved in action in far northeastern France, engaging German Bf-109s of 8/JG 52 southeast of Metz, and then Heinkels of 4/KG 27 near the border town of Bouzonville. The Hawks got the better of their opponents, damaging one Bf-109s and shooting down one Heinkel for no loss to themselves. The number of bomber aircraft for this mission have been increased somewhat to make the mission more dynamic.
"intelligence_string"=Both Metz & Bouzonville lie to the north-northeast of Juvaincourt. As you reach Metz, you'll hold an altitude of 3,500 meters. A second flight will hold 4,000 meters. In your patrol zone between Metz & Bouzonville, pounce on every bomber and fighter, and destroy as many as possible before returning to Juvaincourt. With the front about to collapse in the west, it's critical that we keep our strength so we can assist the British if called. Bonne chance!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=FDG2_P-36 Capt Jean Accart GC I 5 Pontarlier 1940
"airfield_string"=France - Juvaincourt

"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Jerry uses a bait and switch
"summary_string"=To your fighters! Blenheims are crossing Kent on their way to Dunkirk, and you will meet them there & bring 'em into Belgium, where they'll target the city of Charleroi. Make sure that these Blenheims attack without getting jumped, and then return to Vitry. Let's send a clear message to Jerry that we are still committed to defending France from their forces!
"objective_string"=This is a 50/50 mission. One side is top cover for a Blenheim raid. (The city of Charleroi, Belgium is targeted, but any details on the raid are unknown) This was about to be flown by sections of 111, 56, and 253 Sqns when the Germans began their large assault on Vitry. The other side is historical, when three He-111s overflew Vitry aerodrome and eight Hurricanes of 56/B and 151 Sqns got airborne to intercept. Claiming two He-111s, they then engaged twelve Bf-110s, flying at 6,000ft. Two Heinkels & four Bf-110s were claimed by the Hurricanes. On the top cover mission, a Hurricane of 111 Sqn was lost south of Mons to fighters of II/JG 26.
"intelligence_string"=If Hurricanes are spawned as this mission starts, this is the low-level intercept. Attack the He-111s first, and then engage the Bf-110s that dive from above once these 111s are eliminated. Shoot down as many as possible and then land safely; this will complete the mission. If no fighters are spawned, this is a bomber escort. Meet up with the bombers over Dunkirk, & then escort them until they break for England, defending them from any 109s. After the bombers escape, return to Vitry when the sky is clear or you exhaust your ammo. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=AH_Hurricanemk1 607 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Vitry-en-Artois
 
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Hello,

Some more for you...

"title_string"=BoF Kampfgeschwader - KG 76 hits Vitry-en-Artois
"summary_string"=Aufgepasst, kameraden! Both KG 54 & KG 1 are on their way to raid targets in France, including the airfield at Vitry-en-Artois. Your Dorniers will hit the aerodrome directly; we hope that the previous strikes will have sufficiently scattered the enemy fighters so that your Do-17Z bombers can inflict maximum damage. Let's show the British that their days in France are numbered!
"objective_string"=At 1630 hours, Vitry-en-Artois airfield was struck by three staffeln of Dorniers from III/KG 76. It seems from all available records that these Do-17s sneaked through and plastered the enemy airfield. Perhaps as many as six Hurricanes were destroyed on the ground, while Gladiators & Blenheims were also damaged or destroyed during the raid. There is no record of this formation being intercepted, nor are there any records of these bombers having an escort. No losses of any Dornier bombers were recorded.
"intelligence_string"=This strike on Vitry-en-Artois will be flown at low level to help lower your risk of being intercepted by enemy fighters attacking previous raids. After taking off, you will head west-southwest to reach Vitry-en-Artois. Over the field, focus on hangars, fuel stores, ammo crates, & parked aircraft. Once your attack is complete, clear out to the east and then fly back toward Germany. No escort fighters will be sent to cover you, but perhaps some of the escort fighters sent on raids around the area will find you. Because of this, keep your eyes open for any enemy fighters!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Dornier Do-17Z2
"airfield_string"=Germany - Bonn-Hangelar

"title_string"=BoF Kampfgeschwader - Distracting the Hurricanes
"summary_string"=Männer, herhören! Several Kampfgeschwader units will be hitting Vitry and the surrounding airfields, & your squadron among them. You'll attack targets in the city of Arras in an effort to split the force of any enemy fighters dispatched to intercept you. Several flights of Bf-110s will provide escort for your bombers, & you must strike your targets over the city with precision, as our Panzers are closing on the city, and we must do what we can to soften their defenses. Let's do our part!
"objective_string"=This sortie represents a part of the bomber force that attacked Vitry & the surrounding area on the afternoon on 18 May, 1940. The bombers are from II/KG 1, who were attached by Hurricanes of 56, 111, 151, and 253 Sqns somewhere to the south of Vitry. The He-111s were escorted by Zerstorers of II/ZG 26. It seems that on this raid four Heinkels were lost with another damaged, while one Bf-110 was lost with another damaged, though depending on sources, several more Bf-110s could have been lost. It's unclear whether the Luftwaffe raid was specifically targeting Vitry-en-Artois, so the city of Arras has been chosen instead. Whether this is historically accurate is unclear.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you will form up with the other Heinkels and head west-southwest, where you will meet the Bf-110s from Asch. After you rendezvous with escorts from ZG 26, the formation will head into France, and turn toward the target over Saint Quentin. Just south of Arras, you'll make a final turn and attack the city from the south, then head northwest during the withdrawal before returning through Belgium to Germany. You'll likely run into British fighters, so be ready on your guns in case the enemy breaks through the fighter screen. Your target is a sprawling factory complex. Hit it hard, & then get home, we may be sending you out again!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=GC_He111H6
"airfield_string"=Germany - Ailertchen

"title_string"=BoF Jagdgeschwader - Splitting the British fighters
"summary_string"=Achtung, kamerad! Kampfgeschwader 54 is already airborne, & you will be part of the fighter cover. You are not flying direct escort; your job is to be a 'freie schwarm;' focused on attacking all enemy fighters. Make sure that you keep the British busy as these bombers break toward their targets; that way these bombers can do maximum damage to the enemy airfields!
"objective_string"=This mission is quasi-historical. As the main focus of the German raid was on Vitry airfield, bombers from I/KG 54 and possibly II/KG 54 attacked the aerodrome at Amiens-Gilsy, where new Hurricanes & Blenheims were being received to replace losses over the front. On this mission, these two gruppen will hit the airfields nearest to Amiens; Abbeville and Beauvais. British fighters intercepting on this mission were likely from 32, 56/B, 111, 151, & 253 Sqns, but some of this is guesswork; the action is very chaotic and confused.
"intelligence_string"=After getting into the air, you'll rendezvous with the bomber flights before reaching Brussels. Once you're in formation, you'll head southwest toward France. At Saint Quentin, the formation will split; half of the formation will head northwest to raid Abbeville, whilst the other half will turn south to strike Beauvais. You will engage any fighters that try to intercept, then stay with the Beauvais force as another freie schwarm will do the same for the Abbeville force. If you have ammo left after you engage the enemy, catch up to the Beauvais force and help get them home. If not, return to Asch.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=TR_BF110_C
"airfield_string"=Belgium - Asch
 
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Good morning,

Before work begins, I wanted to pass along that 18 May is finally complete.

"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Tangle with the Hun at Vitry
"summary_string"=Scramble! The airfield at Vitry has been pounded by waves of Luftwaffe bombers and fighters, and they are now under fire again. You must fly to the airfield & break up any raids that are in progress, taking down as many enemy fighters & bombers as possible. Show these German pilots that we'll not abandon our airfields in the face of pressure!
"objective_string"=Sometime after 16:00 hours, news about the raids on Vitry reached Merville. At that point, sections of 79 and 213/B scrambled and flew to Vitry. It's unclear which attack they intercepted, but combat logs indicate they engaged Bf-110s near the field. This mission assumes the Hurricanes encountered the Bf-109s and Bf-110s attacking Vitry. When the Bf-109s and Bf-110s strafed Vitry, Hurricanes of 56/B, 229/B, 253, & 607 engaged them to defend the field, & possibly from 151 Squadron. Several Bf-110s were lost along with at least one Bf-109, but it's difficult to confirm this as all the action is very confused.
"intelligence_string"=The German fighters are coming in at low level, so when you head toward Vitry, only climb to Angels Six so that you can spot any German planes below you. Once you see them, bounce them from above, and take down as many as you can. Make sure you check six if Bf-109s are involved, but you should be able to handle Bf-110s. Once you exhaust your ammo or the skies are clear, break off and return to Merville. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 3 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Merville

"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - No hesitation above Amiens
"summary_string"=To your Hurricanes! A large German formation was spotted approaching the city of Amiens, and you'll intercept this formation & wreck as much havoc on it as you can! Three additional Hurricane sections will join you, & together you'll locate & tear into the enemy, showing them we will meet every attack and not bow to their will!
"objective_string"=This mission is quasi-historical, & drawn from two accounts. The first is the bomber raid by I/KG 54 & possibly II/KG 54 on Amiens-Gilsy, the airfield where new Hurricanes & Blenheims were received to replace lost planes. The other is an account of German Bf-110s and He-111s being attacked 'south of Vitry.' On this mission, the two gruppen hit the airfields nearest to Amiens; Abbeville & Beauvais. Several Bf-110s & at least one Heinkel were lost. British fighters intercepting the German bombers were probably from 32, 56/B, 111, 151, and 253 Sqns, but some of this is guesswork; the action is very chaotic and confused.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, head southwest and climb hard. You'll attempt to intercept this German formation over Amiens. When you locate the enemy, focus on shooting down the bombers, & keep your eyes open for the fighters. If Zerstorers are escorting this formation, utilize your superior maneuverability to evade them, & be careful to not let one get behind you & shred your fighter with their nose-mounted ammo. Once the skies over Amiens are clear or you are out of ammo, return to Lille-Seclin. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=AH_Hurricanemk1 85 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Lille
 
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"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - CAPping the German frontier
"summary_string"=Scramble! Enemy planes have been sighted raiding Metz, a city only a short hop from Senon airfield. You must get airborne & fly a patrol over the city, looking for any German raiders in the area. If you find them, attack and shoot them down. Reports of German bomber raids are being recorded all along the entire front; it seems the offensive has begun!
"objective_string"=This is an amalgam of a large German raid by KG 2 on Thionville and Metz just after dawn on 10 May 1940, combined with further skirmishes by French fighters that occurred over the same general area throughout the day. This mission also includes the low-level attack by Dornier bombers on Senon, but switches the historical scenario so that it happens during takeoff & not when the fighters return. In these two historical raids, the Germans lost four Dorniers and another was claimed as a probable. No British losses were recorded by 87 Squadron.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you will fly southeast and climb at maximum rate to reach the city of Metz, where you will fly a patrol high above the city. Look for and engage any German bombers that try to attack Metz. Your goal is to shoot down as many bombers as possible if the Luftwaffe does appear. Be sure to sweep for escort fighters before committing to an attack. Once finished, break off and return to Senon to refuel & reload for another sortie. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 87 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Senon

"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - "Cobber" Kain's day at Metz
"summary_string"=Scramble! Enemy planes have been sighted raiding Metz, a city only a short hop from Etain-Rouvers. You must get airborne & fly a patrol over the city, looking for any German raiders in the area. If you find them, attack and shoot them down. Reports of German bomber raids are being recorded all along the entire front; it seems the offensive has begun!
"objective_string"=This is an amalgam of about four missions flown in defense of Metz from dawn until noon on 10 May. In that time, five Hurricanes from 1 Sqn, 'Cobber' Kain, & four Hurricanes of 87 Squadron engaged a total of nineteen Do-17s and He-111s of 7/KG 3, 9/KG 3, and KG 53. The Germans lost two He-111s with another two damaged, and at least one Do-17 was also lost. The only confirmed British loss was a single Hurricane of 87 Squadron. No escort was recorded. You will fly alone as "Cobber" Kain.
"intelligence_string"=The city of Metz is located east-southeast of your airfield at Rouvers. Once in the air, climb hard to reach an altitude of 20,000ft; this will allow you to spot any raiders below you, and build up speed for your attack. If you spot enemy formations, be careful to look for any escorts before committing to the attack. Once finished, return to Rouvers to refuel and reload, we'll probably be needed again soon!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 73 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Etain (Rouvres)

"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Hopping back toward Reims
"summary_string"=Listen up, pilots! The aerodromes along the border with Germany are now in danger of being overrun, so we'll relocate to the sector near Reims in order to be better placed to take on the German menace from a more central position. En route, we may run into enemy formations, so let's show these German intruders that our ability to fight back and inflict heavy damage has not changed!
"objective_string"=This is an amalgam of missions flown by 73 and 87 Squadrons, who both transferred from bases near the German border to bases near Reims during the afternoon of 10 May, 1940. Elements of 85 & 501 Sqn's actions are also mixed in. When 'A' and 'B' flights of 73 Sqn evacuated, they ran into enemy bomber formations on the way to Reims. A total of four German bombers were shot down and another three damaged during the raids. The Dorniers over Mezieres are representative of action engaged in by 87 Squadron. No British losses were recorded.
"intelligence_string"=This is a 50/50 mission. Today, you will fly either as a pilot from 87/501 Squadron and transfer to Reims-Champagne, or as 73 Squadron and transfer to Berry-au-Bac. On the way, you will sweep above Charleville-Mezires or Vouziers, looking for signs of Luftwaffe formations. If you find them, you'll engage & take down as many as you can, and then continue to your new aerodromes around Reims. It is important that you reach your new bases intact, because we will need all available forces to keep resisting at maximum strength!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 73 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Etain (Rouvres)

"title_string"=Battle of France - Chew up the enemy above Belgium
"summary_string"=Attenton, pilotes! Your fighter squadron will fly a patrol across Belgium this evening, looking for any signs of German aircraft. The Luftwaffe has been overflying Belgium all day to attack airfields and other targets there and in France, and perhaps we can catch 'em on their returns once their fighters have departed. Nous défendrons nos cieux à tout prix!
"objective_string"=The mission is an amalgam of several bomber raids and intercepts by RAF and French fighters against KG 1 & 27 during their travels across Belgium. The intercepts took place over Ath, Leuze-en-Hainaut, Oudenaarde, & east of Ghent. In these intercepts, around thirty-five He-111s were engaged by both French & British fighters; eleven of the Heinkels were claimed with another probable & two others damaged. The British & French losses include two Ms-406s lost & another damaged. Two Hurricanes of 607 Squadron were also lost. For this mission, you will fly as GC 6/1.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you will fly north-northwest into Belgium & look for German formations during your defensive patrol. You're clear to engage, but make sure to look for escort fighters before committing to an attack. Try to take down as many bombers as you possibly can, and then fly back to Vassincourt to refuel and reload; we may need you to head out again before nightfall!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=MS 406 Sgt de Puybusque 1940
"airfield_string"=France - Vassincourt

"title_string"=Battle of France - Evening scuffles with the Luftwaffe
"summary_string"=Accédez à vos combattants! German bombers have been attacking aerodromes & other targets in the area around Cambrai & St. Quentin. This evening, you'll fly a patrol over Bapaume & Saint Quentin, ready to engage and destroy German bombers that try to raid targets in these areas. You'll likely run into British fighters during your patrol, so be very careful whom you shoot at! Show the Germans that we will not let them have France!
"objective_string"=This is an amalgam of missions flown by GC III/2 and 85/607 Sqns in the vicinity of Saint Quentin and Bapaume during 10 May, 1940, flown from the perspective of GC III/2. This squadron lost three Ms-406s to Heinkels from 5/KG 1 over Bapaume in exchange for one shot down, but did get another probable on a bomber they made force-land after attacking Cambrai. 85 and 607 Sqns fared better near Saint Quentin, destroying six of the He-111s & claiming two others as probables for no loss to themselves.
"intelligence_string"=After getting into the air, you will fly over to the town of Bapaume, & sweep the sector for German formations. If none are sighted, you will continue down to Saint Quentin & sweep that area for any enemy activity. If you do run into German bombers at either location, you are cleared to engage, but be sure to look closely for escort fighters before engaging. In addition, British fighters could be in the area, so be careful to identify targets before shooting.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=MS 406 Sgt de Puybusque 1940
"airfield_string"=France - Cambrai-Forenville
 
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