thunder100
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Merci Beaucoup
Roland
Vienne/l'Autriche
PS: any idea where to get the repaint?
Merci Beaucoup
Roland
Vienne/l'Autriche
PS: any idea where to get the repaint?
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Battle of France - Part I has now been released!
- Thread starter Rami
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Good morning,
Making steady progress...
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - "Flying Spades" around Lille
"summary_string"=Scramble! A large formation of He-111s have been spotted near Lille, and have been loitering in this same sector looking for targets to bomb! Get over the city quickly, tear into the krauts, bloody their nose, and drive them away from the area and back to Germany!
"objective_string"=On the evening of 10 May 1940, some twenty-plus He-111s were sighted near Lille, part of the larger force belonging to III/KG 54, whom had attacked rail targets in the Antwerp-Brussels-Ghent sector. Four Hurricanes from 3 Squadron scrambled from Merville and attacked, claiming two destroyed and two damaged. At various points, 607 Squadron, 87 Squadron, and 85 Squadron all ran into elements of this same formation, and between them claimed another seven destroyed and two damaged. Actual losses are not known.
"intelligence_string"=Once in the air, climb to Angels 8 by the time you reach Lille. The formation of Heinkels is reported to be at a height of 2,000 meters. It is likely that other RAF fighter Squadrons will still be engaging as well, so be sure to attack the bombers and not other fighters. No reports of an escort have been received, but that does not mean German fighters might not be nearby. When you are finished or out of ammo, break off and return to Merville.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 3 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Merville
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Search the Ardennes Forest
"summary_string"=To your fighters! You have been tasked to escort a formation of Fairey Battles on a sweep over the Ardennes as they prowl for German columns. They will attack whatever they find, and you must keep them safe. Another flight of Hurricanes will assist your efforts. Make sure you fend off any German attacks, and get them back home!
"objective_string"=This mission is an amalgam of two raids by Fairey Battles on 11 May. The first one saw eight Battles of 88 and 218 Squadrons attack the town of Wiltz in Luxembourg, escorted by six Hurricanes of 73 Squadron. A formation of Dornier 17Zs were seen near Vouziers, but left alone, and only one Battle returned to base. The latter Fairey raid saw five Hurricanes of 1 Squadron accompany Battles to an area northeast of Rethel, France. Over the target, three Bf-110s of II/ZG 1 were engaged, and two were brought down. This mission combines the two events.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, your task is to rendezvous with the Battles and escort them during this sweep over the Ardennes. Another section of Hurricanes from 73 Squadron will provide high cover. The Battles will find & attack any armor in their sector. When they finish, you will bring them back toward the Reims area before returning to Berry-au-Bac. Above all else, make sure they can do their work unmolested when they attack!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 1 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Berry-au-Bac
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Hurricane mêlée over Vraux
"summary_string"=Scramble! German bombers have been spotted near Moulmelon! These bombers are likely going to raid the airfields at either Vraux or Athis, so you must climb hard & then pounce on them before they can reach the airfields! Tear into the enemy formation and bring down as many as you can!
"objective_string"=73 Squadron's Hurricanes saw major action in the afternoon once a formation of thirty He-111s from II/KG 53, escorted by Bf-110s of I/ZG 1, neared the airfield at Vraux. Soon after the lead British fighters engaged, they were joined by seven more Hurricanes of 73 Squadron & yet another six from 501 Squadron. During this confused engagement, a total of ten Zerstörers were claimed as damaged, probable kills, or destroyed, while three Heinkels were claimed as destroyed & another as damaged. Actual losses on either side are not known.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you'll climb hard up to an altitude of Angels 18; we hope this will allow you to bounce the Germans from superior height. When attacking the formation, focus on engaging enemy bombers, and utilize your superior agility to evade the escort, especially if they are Bf-110s. Be sure to stay in this fight as long as you can, but try to avoid getting your fighter mauled, it is not easy to secure replacements!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 73 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Reims
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Stuka hunting over Brussels
"summary_string"=To your Hurricanes! The Luftwaffe has been quite active all over the front today, so you are going to patrol over the city of Brussels, watching for any enemy air activity. With Allied forces under heavy pressure on all fronts, we must do all that we can to hold back the German onslaught!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon of 11 May, six Hurricanes of 87 Squadron on patrol over Brussels ran into sixty unescorted Stukas (likely from elements of StG 2) attacking various points of the city. 87 Sqaudron pilots tore into these Stukas, claiming six with no loss. The losses should have been a clear warning to the Luftwaffe about the Stuka's vulnerability; she was virtually a sitting duck to enemy fighters.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, climb up to an altitude of Angels 15 as you head for Brussels. Over the city, look for any signs of enemy air activity. If you do encounter the Germans, you're cleared to engage. But choose your targets carefully; with these six Hurricanes, you'll be outnumbered, perhaps quite heavily, against any large formation. Make sure to get your crate back in one piece; we must have all resources available to combat these krauts!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 87 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Lille
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Interdiction over Waalhaven
"summary_string"=Attention, pilots! This "Phoney War" is now in the past; the Germans have begun moving into Holland, Belgium, and France, and are using their transport aircraft to secure airfields in Holland well ahead of their ground forces! You will fly to Waalhaven & with bomber assistance, take out the transports on the ground!
"objective_string"=This is an amalgam of two RAF attacks during the afternoon of 10 May, 1940. The first one saw six Blenheim Ifs of 600 Sqn strafe Waalhaven, where they ran into troop-laden Ju-52s from ZG 1. These Blenheims pounced, and took down several before being mauled by Bf-110 escorts. Only one Blenheim survived. The second blow was by nine unescorted Blenheims, who pounced hard in the early evening. Despite flak damage, all these Blenheims returned, & they took out at least a dozen Ju-52 transports!
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will fly east-northeast toward the Rotterdam area. Blenheim bombers will meet you en route. Over Holland, lend cover to the bombers, & if no enemy aircraft are nearby, make strafing runs on any transport planes, fuel stores, or ammo crates. If you see enemy aircraft, engage any transports and keep the enemy busy until the Blenheims finish. Once you exhaust all your ammo, break off and return to Manston. Be sure to come back intact, we don't want to bleed out resources during such a crucial time!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Blenheim Mk1f 600 Sqn
"airfield_string"=England - Ramsgate
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Heavy losses at Luxembourg
"summary_string"=Listen up, chaps! We won't let German forces run for the French border, despite the French refusal to take any action! You'll spearhead this force of Fairey Battles that we'll send to blunt the German advance! Take out as many of them as you can, and then get back in one piece, we'll need to maintain our numbers to have any chance of repelling their invasion!
"objective_string"=The afternoon & evening of 10 May, 1940 saw Air Minister Barrett take matters in his own hands to blunt the German advances after Gamelin refused to move. Battles from RAF 12, 103, 105, 142, 150, 218, and 226 Squadrons attacked German units in Luxembourg, trying to blunt their advance. Of the forty-eight Fairey Battles sent in two waves that afternoon, twenty-two failed to return at all, with another four badly damaged. Any impact they had on the German forces is unknown.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you'll form up with other Battles from nearby airfields and fly to Luxembourg. Two columns of enemy vehicles & tanks are moving west rapidly through the country toward the Belgian & French borders. The enemy vehicles are reported to be just west of Luxembourg City. You will go in low with your bombs and try to halt their advance or destroy as many vehicles as you can. Make sure you watch out for heavy flak; flying this low you will not have a lot of time to react if you are hit!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Battle Mk1
"airfield_string"=France - Reims
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Wellingtons over Waalhaven
"summary_string"=Listen up! The German Fallschirmjäger have seized airfields in Holland to support their invasion, and took Waalhaven earlier this evening! We will raid the aerodrome overnight to support the Dutch, who will follow our attack with a ground offensive and recapture the base to keep it out of enemy hands. Let's lend these Dutch forces our support!
"objective_string"=During the overnight of 10-11 May 1940, the Royal Air Force tried to assist the Dutch in recapturing Waalhaven aerodrome, which had been overrun by German paratroopers. Thirty-six Wellingtons of 9, 37, 75 NZ, 99, 115, and 149 Squadrons raided the base overnight, with the first aircraft being used to drop flares. Impact of the raid was debatable; one RAF flight missed & hit part of the Dutch-held section of Rotterdam. Worse, the Dutch failed to follow up with their ground counteroffensive, and so the raid ultimatelty proved pointless.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will assemble with the other squadrons from East Anglia & Sussex before crossing the North Sea. You will attack Waalhaven from the southwest, then egress northwest & head back out to sea to minimize the time over Holland. Under cover of night, the accuracy of enemy flak should be reduced. Make sure to come back intact; we'll need to fly additional raids to try and slow or halt German advances in the area!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Vickers Wellington Mk Ic
"airfield_string"=England - Marham
Good morning,
Making steady progress...
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - "Flying Spades" around Lille
"summary_string"=Scramble! A large formation of He-111s have been spotted near Lille, and have been loitering in this same sector looking for targets to bomb! Get over the city quickly, tear into the krauts, bloody their nose, and drive them away from the area and back to Germany!
"objective_string"=On the evening of 10 May 1940, some twenty-plus He-111s were sighted near Lille, part of the larger force belonging to III/KG 54, whom had attacked rail targets in the Antwerp-Brussels-Ghent sector. Four Hurricanes from 3 Squadron scrambled from Merville and attacked, claiming two destroyed and two damaged. At various points, 607 Squadron, 87 Squadron, and 85 Squadron all ran into elements of this same formation, and between them claimed another seven destroyed and two damaged. Actual losses are not known.
"intelligence_string"=Once in the air, climb to Angels 8 by the time you reach Lille. The formation of Heinkels is reported to be at a height of 2,000 meters. It is likely that other RAF fighter Squadrons will still be engaging as well, so be sure to attack the bombers and not other fighters. No reports of an escort have been received, but that does not mean German fighters might not be nearby. When you are finished or out of ammo, break off and return to Merville.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 3 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Merville
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Search the Ardennes Forest
"summary_string"=To your fighters! You have been tasked to escort a formation of Fairey Battles on a sweep over the Ardennes as they prowl for German columns. They will attack whatever they find, and you must keep them safe. Another flight of Hurricanes will assist your efforts. Make sure you fend off any German attacks, and get them back home!
"objective_string"=This mission is an amalgam of two raids by Fairey Battles on 11 May. The first one saw eight Battles of 88 and 218 Squadrons attack the town of Wiltz in Luxembourg, escorted by six Hurricanes of 73 Squadron. A formation of Dornier 17Zs were seen near Vouziers, but left alone, and only one Battle returned to base. The latter Fairey raid saw five Hurricanes of 1 Squadron accompany Battles to an area northeast of Rethel, France. Over the target, three Bf-110s of II/ZG 1 were engaged, and two were brought down. This mission combines the two events.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, your task is to rendezvous with the Battles and escort them during this sweep over the Ardennes. Another section of Hurricanes from 73 Squadron will provide high cover. The Battles will find & attack any armor in their sector. When they finish, you will bring them back toward the Reims area before returning to Berry-au-Bac. Above all else, make sure they can do their work unmolested when they attack!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 1 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Berry-au-Bac
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Hurricane mêlée over Vraux
"summary_string"=Scramble! German bombers have been spotted near Moulmelon! These bombers are likely going to raid the airfields at either Vraux or Athis, so you must climb hard & then pounce on them before they can reach the airfields! Tear into the enemy formation and bring down as many as you can!
"objective_string"=73 Squadron's Hurricanes saw major action in the afternoon once a formation of thirty He-111s from II/KG 53, escorted by Bf-110s of I/ZG 1, neared the airfield at Vraux. Soon after the lead British fighters engaged, they were joined by seven more Hurricanes of 73 Squadron & yet another six from 501 Squadron. During this confused engagement, a total of ten Zerstörers were claimed as damaged, probable kills, or destroyed, while three Heinkels were claimed as destroyed & another as damaged. Actual losses on either side are not known.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you'll climb hard up to an altitude of Angels 18; we hope this will allow you to bounce the Germans from superior height. When attacking the formation, focus on engaging enemy bombers, and utilize your superior agility to evade the escort, especially if they are Bf-110s. Be sure to stay in this fight as long as you can, but try to avoid getting your fighter mauled, it is not easy to secure replacements!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 73 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Reims
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Stuka hunting over Brussels
"summary_string"=To your Hurricanes! The Luftwaffe has been quite active all over the front today, so you are going to patrol over the city of Brussels, watching for any enemy air activity. With Allied forces under heavy pressure on all fronts, we must do all that we can to hold back the German onslaught!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon of 11 May, six Hurricanes of 87 Squadron on patrol over Brussels ran into sixty unescorted Stukas (likely from elements of StG 2) attacking various points of the city. 87 Sqaudron pilots tore into these Stukas, claiming six with no loss. The losses should have been a clear warning to the Luftwaffe about the Stuka's vulnerability; she was virtually a sitting duck to enemy fighters.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, climb up to an altitude of Angels 15 as you head for Brussels. Over the city, look for any signs of enemy air activity. If you do encounter the Germans, you're cleared to engage. But choose your targets carefully; with these six Hurricanes, you'll be outnumbered, perhaps quite heavily, against any large formation. Make sure to get your crate back in one piece; we must have all resources available to combat these krauts!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hurricane MK1 Early 87 Sqn
"airfield_string"=France - Lille
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Interdiction over Waalhaven
"summary_string"=Attention, pilots! This "Phoney War" is now in the past; the Germans have begun moving into Holland, Belgium, and France, and are using their transport aircraft to secure airfields in Holland well ahead of their ground forces! You will fly to Waalhaven & with bomber assistance, take out the transports on the ground!
"objective_string"=This is an amalgam of two RAF attacks during the afternoon of 10 May, 1940. The first one saw six Blenheim Ifs of 600 Sqn strafe Waalhaven, where they ran into troop-laden Ju-52s from ZG 1. These Blenheims pounced, and took down several before being mauled by Bf-110 escorts. Only one Blenheim survived. The second blow was by nine unescorted Blenheims, who pounced hard in the early evening. Despite flak damage, all these Blenheims returned, & they took out at least a dozen Ju-52 transports!
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will fly east-northeast toward the Rotterdam area. Blenheim bombers will meet you en route. Over Holland, lend cover to the bombers, & if no enemy aircraft are nearby, make strafing runs on any transport planes, fuel stores, or ammo crates. If you see enemy aircraft, engage any transports and keep the enemy busy until the Blenheims finish. Once you exhaust all your ammo, break off and return to Manston. Be sure to come back intact, we don't want to bleed out resources during such a crucial time!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Blenheim Mk1f 600 Sqn
"airfield_string"=England - Ramsgate
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Heavy losses at Luxembourg
"summary_string"=Listen up, chaps! We won't let German forces run for the French border, despite the French refusal to take any action! You'll spearhead this force of Fairey Battles that we'll send to blunt the German advance! Take out as many of them as you can, and then get back in one piece, we'll need to maintain our numbers to have any chance of repelling their invasion!
"objective_string"=The afternoon & evening of 10 May, 1940 saw Air Minister Barrett take matters in his own hands to blunt the German advances after Gamelin refused to move. Battles from RAF 12, 103, 105, 142, 150, 218, and 226 Squadrons attacked German units in Luxembourg, trying to blunt their advance. Of the forty-eight Fairey Battles sent in two waves that afternoon, twenty-two failed to return at all, with another four badly damaged. Any impact they had on the German forces is unknown.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you'll form up with other Battles from nearby airfields and fly to Luxembourg. Two columns of enemy vehicles & tanks are moving west rapidly through the country toward the Belgian & French borders. The enemy vehicles are reported to be just west of Luxembourg City. You will go in low with your bombs and try to halt their advance or destroy as many vehicles as you can. Make sure you watch out for heavy flak; flying this low you will not have a lot of time to react if you are hit!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Battle Mk1
"airfield_string"=France - Reims
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Wellingtons over Waalhaven
"summary_string"=Listen up! The German Fallschirmjäger have seized airfields in Holland to support their invasion, and took Waalhaven earlier this evening! We will raid the aerodrome overnight to support the Dutch, who will follow our attack with a ground offensive and recapture the base to keep it out of enemy hands. Let's lend these Dutch forces our support!
"objective_string"=During the overnight of 10-11 May 1940, the Royal Air Force tried to assist the Dutch in recapturing Waalhaven aerodrome, which had been overrun by German paratroopers. Thirty-six Wellingtons of 9, 37, 75 NZ, 99, 115, and 149 Squadrons raided the base overnight, with the first aircraft being used to drop flares. Impact of the raid was debatable; one RAF flight missed & hit part of the Dutch-held section of Rotterdam. Worse, the Dutch failed to follow up with their ground counteroffensive, and so the raid ultimatelty proved pointless.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will assemble with the other squadrons from East Anglia & Sussex before crossing the North Sea. You will attack Waalhaven from the southwest, then egress northwest & head back out to sea to minimize the time over Holland. Under cover of night, the accuracy of enemy flak should be reduced. Make sure to come back intact; we'll need to fly additional raids to try and slow or halt German advances in the area!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Vickers Wellington Mk Ic
"airfield_string"=England - Marham
Reply...
Good morning,
Making steady progress...
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - German troops at Maastricht
"summary_string"=Attention, pilots! We will not stand by & allow the Germans to advance through Maastricht without a fight! You'll begin the effort by attacking bridges over the Albert Canal the Germans have captured. We will be supported by 110 Squadron; they'll hit Wehrmacht columns advancing into Belgium. Let's put in a good show and hit our targets hard to set things off on the right foot!
"objective_string"=Beginning the afternoon of 11 May 1940, the Royal Air Force made a concerted effort thru 12 May to halt the Germans from pushing beyond Maastricht. During the late afternoon, eleven bombers of 110 Squadron, followed soon after by twelve bombers of 21 Squadron, raided Maastricht from altitude. Very heavy flak was encountered, and it appears a total of two Blenheims from these two raids were shot down; eight others were damaged. Some info from this raid is unclear; it appears 110 Squadron raided the bridges over the Albert Canal while 21 Squadron flew into Belgium to raid the advancing German columns. This whole effort caused little to no damage.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will climb up to Angels 15; we believe that this height will keep you above heavy enemy flak. As you approach Maastricht, the squadron will separate into flights of four to raid the bridges at Veldwezel, Vroenhoven, and Kanne. After you release your bombs, clear the city & the Albert Canal by flying west, then cross the North Sea to reach England. Make sure not to linger over the target; we will need all of our assets available to maintain heavy pressure against the Germans!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Blenheim Mk4-1 139 Sqn
"airfield_string"=England - Bodney
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Their bravery unquestioned
"summary_string"=Listen, chaps! Our determined effort to knock out the bridges has not borne out yet, so 12 Squadron will seize this opportunity and succeed where the other squadrons have not. Your Battles will target the intact bridges at Vroenhoven and Veldwezel; let's destroy these bridges and put an end to this madness!
"objective_string"=This mission is an amalgam of three raids flown by the RAF the evening of 11 May and the morning of 12 May. The Blenheim strike at altitude represents the effort of 139 Squadron, which suffered heavy loss without any escort when Bf-109s intercepted, while the Battles include three from 88 Squadron, flown on 11 May with four Hurricanes for escort from 607 Squadron, as well as three Battles from 103 Squadron & six Battles from 12 Squadron. Of the twelve Battles, five were shot down, one was forced to abort, & the others had varying amounts of damage. In addition, seven of 139 Squadron's Blenheims also failed to return.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, you will head northeast toward the Albert Canal. En route, a flight of Hurricanes will provide escort. To split defensive fire, Blenheims will attack from altitude. Target the main span of these bridges for maximum effect, but be wary of enemy interception; raids in this area are close to Germany. Once you release, clear out and get back to base; let's hope the Hurricanes can provide you effecitve cover!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Battle Mk1
"airfield_string"=France - Juvincourt
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Last chapter over Maastricht
"summary_string"=Attention, pilots! This will be our final attempt at destroying bridges over the Albert Canal, because Bomber Command wants to be ready to strike when German forces make their move into France. Let's be sure to succeed on this final attempt, because we will surely need to knock out bridges again to prevent further German advances!
"objective_string"=On the morning of 12 May, a total of twenty-four Blenheim bombers from 15 and 107 Squadrons left England to raid the bridges over the Albert Canal at altitude, close to the time the Battles attacked the same area at low level. They were supposed to link up with Hurricanes from 85 and 87 Squadron, but the fighters were intercepted over Liège. The Blenheims didn't run into any fighters due to this, but ten of twenty-four Blenheims failed to return due to flak damage. Though the Blenheims dropped nearly one hundred bombs, not a single one hit the bridges. After the two morning strikes, the British took no further action.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will climb to Angels 18 & head to the Flemish coast. This will position you to attack from the west, whilst 15 Squadron raids from the northwest. You'll cross over the bridges at different altitudes; this should help to split the flak. Once finished, you will head northwest while 15 Squadron clears out to the west. Make sure you return home intact; the Germans are getting closer to our BEF forces in France, and we will surely be needed there soon!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Blenheim Mk4-1 139 Sqn
"airfield_string"=England - Boxted
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Attack on Wallhaven airfield
"summary_string"=Listen up! German troops have captured the Dutch airfield at Waalhaven, so we wil attack and try to dislodge them while their grip on the field is still tenuous. Over Holland, you will rendezvous with a force of Swordfish biplanes, and inflict as much damage as you can on the enemy!
"objective_string"=The evening of 12 May 1940 saw six Beauforts of RAF 22 Squadron raid the German-held airfield at Waalhaven. They were accompanied by nine Fairey Swordfish of FAA 815 Sqn, based out of Bircham Newton. They were able to successfully attack the airfield and return to England just prior to 23:00 hours. However, during the attack, one Swordfish was shot down by flak. The overall impact of this raid is not known.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you will fly east-southeast over The Wash and East Anglia. If you have any engine trouble, you can land at Coltishall, near Norfolk. If all is well, head across the North Sea to attack Waalhaven airfield. Swordfish biplanes will meet you near the aerodrome, & you'll attack together. Concentrate on fuel stores, ammo crates, and any exposed transports. Once finished, fly back over the North Sea for home. The Swordfish will break off while over East Anglia. You may land there if chewed up, or continue back to Kirton-in-Lindsay. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Beaufort Mk I Bomber
"airfield_string"=England - Kirton-in-Lindsay
I'll do the French, Belgians, and Germans when I return...
Good morning,
Making steady progress...
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - German troops at Maastricht
"summary_string"=Attention, pilots! We will not stand by & allow the Germans to advance through Maastricht without a fight! You'll begin the effort by attacking bridges over the Albert Canal the Germans have captured. We will be supported by 110 Squadron; they'll hit Wehrmacht columns advancing into Belgium. Let's put in a good show and hit our targets hard to set things off on the right foot!
"objective_string"=Beginning the afternoon of 11 May 1940, the Royal Air Force made a concerted effort thru 12 May to halt the Germans from pushing beyond Maastricht. During the late afternoon, eleven bombers of 110 Squadron, followed soon after by twelve bombers of 21 Squadron, raided Maastricht from altitude. Very heavy flak was encountered, and it appears a total of two Blenheims from these two raids were shot down; eight others were damaged. Some info from this raid is unclear; it appears 110 Squadron raided the bridges over the Albert Canal while 21 Squadron flew into Belgium to raid the advancing German columns. This whole effort caused little to no damage.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will climb up to Angels 15; we believe that this height will keep you above heavy enemy flak. As you approach Maastricht, the squadron will separate into flights of four to raid the bridges at Veldwezel, Vroenhoven, and Kanne. After you release your bombs, clear the city & the Albert Canal by flying west, then cross the North Sea to reach England. Make sure not to linger over the target; we will need all of our assets available to maintain heavy pressure against the Germans!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Blenheim Mk4-1 139 Sqn
"airfield_string"=England - Bodney
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Their bravery unquestioned
"summary_string"=Listen, chaps! Our determined effort to knock out the bridges has not borne out yet, so 12 Squadron will seize this opportunity and succeed where the other squadrons have not. Your Battles will target the intact bridges at Vroenhoven and Veldwezel; let's destroy these bridges and put an end to this madness!
"objective_string"=This mission is an amalgam of three raids flown by the RAF the evening of 11 May and the morning of 12 May. The Blenheim strike at altitude represents the effort of 139 Squadron, which suffered heavy loss without any escort when Bf-109s intercepted, while the Battles include three from 88 Squadron, flown on 11 May with four Hurricanes for escort from 607 Squadron, as well as three Battles from 103 Squadron & six Battles from 12 Squadron. Of the twelve Battles, five were shot down, one was forced to abort, & the others had varying amounts of damage. In addition, seven of 139 Squadron's Blenheims also failed to return.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, you will head northeast toward the Albert Canal. En route, a flight of Hurricanes will provide escort. To split defensive fire, Blenheims will attack from altitude. Target the main span of these bridges for maximum effect, but be wary of enemy interception; raids in this area are close to Germany. Once you release, clear out and get back to base; let's hope the Hurricanes can provide you effecitve cover!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Battle Mk1
"airfield_string"=France - Juvincourt
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Last chapter over Maastricht
"summary_string"=Attention, pilots! This will be our final attempt at destroying bridges over the Albert Canal, because Bomber Command wants to be ready to strike when German forces make their move into France. Let's be sure to succeed on this final attempt, because we will surely need to knock out bridges again to prevent further German advances!
"objective_string"=On the morning of 12 May, a total of twenty-four Blenheim bombers from 15 and 107 Squadrons left England to raid the bridges over the Albert Canal at altitude, close to the time the Battles attacked the same area at low level. They were supposed to link up with Hurricanes from 85 and 87 Squadron, but the fighters were intercepted over Liège. The Blenheims didn't run into any fighters due to this, but ten of twenty-four Blenheims failed to return due to flak damage. Though the Blenheims dropped nearly one hundred bombs, not a single one hit the bridges. After the two morning strikes, the British took no further action.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will climb to Angels 18 & head to the Flemish coast. This will position you to attack from the west, whilst 15 Squadron raids from the northwest. You'll cross over the bridges at different altitudes; this should help to split the flak. Once finished, you will head northwest while 15 Squadron clears out to the west. Make sure you return home intact; the Germans are getting closer to our BEF forces in France, and we will surely be needed there soon!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Blenheim Mk4-1 139 Sqn
"airfield_string"=England - Boxted
"title_string"=Battle of France (RAF) - Attack on Wallhaven airfield
"summary_string"=Listen up! German troops have captured the Dutch airfield at Waalhaven, so we wil attack and try to dislodge them while their grip on the field is still tenuous. Over Holland, you will rendezvous with a force of Swordfish biplanes, and inflict as much damage as you can on the enemy!
"objective_string"=The evening of 12 May 1940 saw six Beauforts of RAF 22 Squadron raid the German-held airfield at Waalhaven. They were accompanied by nine Fairey Swordfish of FAA 815 Sqn, based out of Bircham Newton. They were able to successfully attack the airfield and return to England just prior to 23:00 hours. However, during the attack, one Swordfish was shot down by flak. The overall impact of this raid is not known.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you will fly east-southeast over The Wash and East Anglia. If you have any engine trouble, you can land at Coltishall, near Norfolk. If all is well, head across the North Sea to attack Waalhaven airfield. Swordfish biplanes will meet you near the aerodrome, & you'll attack together. Concentrate on fuel stores, ammo crates, and any exposed transports. Once finished, fly back over the North Sea for home. The Swordfish will break off while over East Anglia. You may land there if chewed up, or continue back to Kirton-in-Lindsay. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Beaufort Mk I Bomber
"airfield_string"=England - Kirton-in-Lindsay
I'll do the French, Belgians, and Germans when I return...
Shadow Wolf 07
SOH-CM-2025
Nice work man. Looks good. 
Reply...
Hi Greg,
Thanks for the attaboy! Here is the last batch...
"title_string"=BoF Jagdgeschwader - Zerstörer escort to Reims
"summary_string"=Aufpassen Männer! Luftwaffe units are continuing their efforts against airbases in France & the Low Countries. Your task this evening will be to escort this force of Dornier Do-17s to Reims, where they will raid the main aerodrome. Fend off any British fighter interference and make sure these bombers get home!
"objective_string"=During the early evening of 11 May, a formation of thirty Do-17s from III/KG 76, with about fifteen escorting Bf-110s of I/ZG 76, attacked the Reims area. Four Hurricanes from 1 Squadron scrambled to intercept & attacked this formation from above & astern. The Hurricanes tore into their formation & shot down by ten Zerstörers by their estimation, but only two of the Zerstörers actually failed to return to base. Any Dornier losses are not known.
"intelligence_string"=After takeoff, you'll rendezvous with the bomber formation just west of Cologne. The bombers will strike Reims airfield from a height of about 5,000 meters to keep clear of heavy flak. Enemy fighters have been heavily engaged & are often patrolling, looking for enemy formations, so be ready to fend off attacks. Once these bombers release, get them safely back to German skies, with as little loss as possible. Hals und Beinbruch!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=TR_BF110_C
"airfield_string"=Germany - Koln-Ostheim
"title_string"=BoF Jagsgeschwader - Freie Jagd over Belgium
"summary_string"=Zuhören, Besatzungen! We've heard over the radio that the Belgians are sending out a raid to attack the Maastricht bridges! You will hunt for them and hack them out of the sky before they can even get close. Once you find them, tear into the formation and make sure they do not reach the Canal bridges intact!
"objective_string"=At dawn on 11 May 1940, eight Bf-109s of I/JG 1 left Germany for a Freie Jagd over Belgium. They were searching for a force of Belgian Gladiators and Battles that has departed their bases & found them just southeast of Tongeren. Three Gladiators were shot down in moments, all others were badly shredded & forced either to head back to base or force-land. The remaining Battles were decimated by anti-aircraft fire over Maastricht.
"intelligence_string"=After takeoff, you'll fly west toward the Belgian bases northwest of Ghent. Radio traffic indicated the enemy formation was assembling there. If they have departed follow them toward Maastricht, and once you locate them, tear into the formation. The Battles are extremely vulnerable to flak, so what you don't get, our AA gunners will. Once finished, return to Monchengladbach.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=AH_BF109ECFS2_IIJG26_Knuppel
"airfield_string"=Germany - Monchengladbach
"title_string"=BoF Kampfgeschader - Dorniers lead the charge
"summary_string"=Kamerad, herhören! Our conquest of France starts this morning; we're going to set right our mistakes from the Great War! You will help lead the attack as one of the first units to see action. You'll raid the airfield at Etain-Rouvres, and hopefully catch the British and the French completely off-balance! Let's show the enemy the "Phoney War" is no more!
"objective_string"=German forces began the attack on France and the Low Countries by bombing & then strafing French, Dutch, and Belgian airfields literally beginning at or just prior to first light. Your Dorniers of 4/KG 2 will be one of the first to attack; your target is the French field at Etain-Rouvres. During the raid, the Dorniers were attacked by elements of 73 and 87 Squadron. The RAF claimed several destroyed, but only one could be verified. The Bf-110 escort during this mission is fictional.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will climb up to 3,125 meters. Along the way, your escort of Bf-110s will meet you near Frankfurt and bring you to & from the aerodrome. As you approach Etain-Rouvres, be ready for RAF or French intercepts. We know they have fighters stationed pretty close to the German border, & we will be hitting them as they prepare for their dawn patrols. When finished, fly back to Gelnhausen. Viel Glück!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Dornier Do-17Z2
"airfield_string"=Germany - Gelnhausen
"title_string"=Belgian Air Force - Albert Canal assault
"summary_string"=The Wehrmacht is attempting to cross the bridges over the Albert Canal after neutralizing Fort Eben Emael yesterday! We must stop their advances, so you'll escort Battles being sent out to destroy the bridges! Make sure they come back, we'll need all available resources to counter this threat! (Enemy resistance in this mission is muted for playability; during the real sortie the Battles were massacred, with nearly all Battles suffering horrific damage or being destroyed entirely)
"objective_string"=Just before 07:00 hours on the morning of 11 May 1940, a force of nine RBAF Battles, along with six Gladiator biplanes for escort, flew in sections of three Battles each to attack the Veldwezel, Kanne, & Vroenhoven bridges over the Albert Canal in the hope of destroying them and thereby blocking the advance of German troops. During the actual raid, the Battles were intercepted by German Dorniers, and encountered heavy flak over the bridges. Five of the nine Battles were shot down, & five airmen were killed. These men were Captain André Glorie, Adj. Franz J.C. Delvigne, Sgt. Alexandre Moens, 1 Sgt. Rolin Hymans, and Adj. Gustave Timmermans. Several others airmen were wounded.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you will meet up with the Battles & escort them to the Maastricht area. The bridges are just west of Maastricht over the Albert Canal. Be sure that the Battles can make their attacks in the clear. When finished, bring them back to their base, & then land at Maldegem. This will likely not be your only action today, so make sure you return intact!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Gladiator Mk1, RBAF
"airfield_string"=Belgium - Maldegem
Hi Greg,
Thanks for the attaboy! Here is the last batch...
"title_string"=BoF Jagdgeschwader - Zerstörer escort to Reims
"summary_string"=Aufpassen Männer! Luftwaffe units are continuing their efforts against airbases in France & the Low Countries. Your task this evening will be to escort this force of Dornier Do-17s to Reims, where they will raid the main aerodrome. Fend off any British fighter interference and make sure these bombers get home!
"objective_string"=During the early evening of 11 May, a formation of thirty Do-17s from III/KG 76, with about fifteen escorting Bf-110s of I/ZG 76, attacked the Reims area. Four Hurricanes from 1 Squadron scrambled to intercept & attacked this formation from above & astern. The Hurricanes tore into their formation & shot down by ten Zerstörers by their estimation, but only two of the Zerstörers actually failed to return to base. Any Dornier losses are not known.
"intelligence_string"=After takeoff, you'll rendezvous with the bomber formation just west of Cologne. The bombers will strike Reims airfield from a height of about 5,000 meters to keep clear of heavy flak. Enemy fighters have been heavily engaged & are often patrolling, looking for enemy formations, so be ready to fend off attacks. Once these bombers release, get them safely back to German skies, with as little loss as possible. Hals und Beinbruch!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=TR_BF110_C
"airfield_string"=Germany - Koln-Ostheim
"title_string"=BoF Jagsgeschwader - Freie Jagd over Belgium
"summary_string"=Zuhören, Besatzungen! We've heard over the radio that the Belgians are sending out a raid to attack the Maastricht bridges! You will hunt for them and hack them out of the sky before they can even get close. Once you find them, tear into the formation and make sure they do not reach the Canal bridges intact!
"objective_string"=At dawn on 11 May 1940, eight Bf-109s of I/JG 1 left Germany for a Freie Jagd over Belgium. They were searching for a force of Belgian Gladiators and Battles that has departed their bases & found them just southeast of Tongeren. Three Gladiators were shot down in moments, all others were badly shredded & forced either to head back to base or force-land. The remaining Battles were decimated by anti-aircraft fire over Maastricht.
"intelligence_string"=After takeoff, you'll fly west toward the Belgian bases northwest of Ghent. Radio traffic indicated the enemy formation was assembling there. If they have departed follow them toward Maastricht, and once you locate them, tear into the formation. The Battles are extremely vulnerable to flak, so what you don't get, our AA gunners will. Once finished, return to Monchengladbach.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=AH_BF109ECFS2_IIJG26_Knuppel
"airfield_string"=Germany - Monchengladbach
"title_string"=BoF Kampfgeschader - Dorniers lead the charge
"summary_string"=Kamerad, herhören! Our conquest of France starts this morning; we're going to set right our mistakes from the Great War! You will help lead the attack as one of the first units to see action. You'll raid the airfield at Etain-Rouvres, and hopefully catch the British and the French completely off-balance! Let's show the enemy the "Phoney War" is no more!
"objective_string"=German forces began the attack on France and the Low Countries by bombing & then strafing French, Dutch, and Belgian airfields literally beginning at or just prior to first light. Your Dorniers of 4/KG 2 will be one of the first to attack; your target is the French field at Etain-Rouvres. During the raid, the Dorniers were attacked by elements of 73 and 87 Squadron. The RAF claimed several destroyed, but only one could be verified. The Bf-110 escort during this mission is fictional.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will climb up to 3,125 meters. Along the way, your escort of Bf-110s will meet you near Frankfurt and bring you to & from the aerodrome. As you approach Etain-Rouvres, be ready for RAF or French intercepts. We know they have fighters stationed pretty close to the German border, & we will be hitting them as they prepare for their dawn patrols. When finished, fly back to Gelnhausen. Viel Glück!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Dornier Do-17Z2
"airfield_string"=Germany - Gelnhausen
"title_string"=Belgian Air Force - Albert Canal assault
"summary_string"=The Wehrmacht is attempting to cross the bridges over the Albert Canal after neutralizing Fort Eben Emael yesterday! We must stop their advances, so you'll escort Battles being sent out to destroy the bridges! Make sure they come back, we'll need all available resources to counter this threat! (Enemy resistance in this mission is muted for playability; during the real sortie the Battles were massacred, with nearly all Battles suffering horrific damage or being destroyed entirely)
"objective_string"=Just before 07:00 hours on the morning of 11 May 1940, a force of nine RBAF Battles, along with six Gladiator biplanes for escort, flew in sections of three Battles each to attack the Veldwezel, Kanne, & Vroenhoven bridges over the Albert Canal in the hope of destroying them and thereby blocking the advance of German troops. During the actual raid, the Battles were intercepted by German Dorniers, and encountered heavy flak over the bridges. Five of the nine Battles were shot down, & five airmen were killed. These men were Captain André Glorie, Adj. Franz J.C. Delvigne, Sgt. Alexandre Moens, 1 Sgt. Rolin Hymans, and Adj. Gustave Timmermans. Several others airmen were wounded.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you will meet up with the Battles & escort them to the Maastricht area. The bridges are just west of Maastricht over the Albert Canal. Be sure that the Battles can make their attacks in the clear. When finished, bring them back to their base, & then land at Maldegem. This will likely not be your only action today, so make sure you return intact!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Gladiator Mk1, RBAF
"airfield_string"=Belgium - Maldegem
Skylane, I ran into a ethical problem....please read!
Hi Wolfgang!
I hope all is well on your end. As you're surely aware, I'm working on the Battle of France project with Kdriver, UncleTgt, Hewman100, Captain Kurt, and a few others. I'm getting into 12 May, and there are missions that require significant French involvement. I remembered all of a sudden that you had done a fantastic (if under-appreciated) campaign for the Battle of France, focused on the Hawk 75.
http://www.sim-outhouse.com/sohforums/local_links.php?action=jump&catid=44&id=19435
Some of the missions I may be doing from this point forward could infringe on your "turf" with this campaign. Based on my own sense of ethics and fair play, I am deliberately trying to avoid using the FDG P-36 as a player aircraft when building French missions if it mirrors a mission you are doing. There may be situations that crop up where I'm left without an alternative, especially after the Dunkirk evacuation.
It's a difficult balance because I promised Dombral that I would get the French involved as much as possible; this also will include some work in the Mediterranean, but only through the end of June; it would not infringe on your Vichy work.
If anything, I hope that this effort may draw attention TO your work rather than the opposite. That being said, if you would like me to completely avoid any "crossing of the swords," I can do other missions that will not infringe on your work in the least.
Please let me know how you would like me to handle this, my friend.
Respectfully,
Hallo Wolfgang!
Ich hoffe, alles ist gut am Ende. Wie Sie sicher wissen, arbeite ich an der Schlacht von Frankreich Projekt mit Kdriver, UncleTgt, Hewman100, Kapitän Kurt, und ein paar andere. Ich komme in den 12. Mai, und es gibt Missionen, die ein bedeutendes französisches Engagement erfordern. Ich erinnerte mich plötzlich, dass Sie eine fantastische (wenn auch unterschätzte) Kampagne für die Schlacht von Frankreich gemacht hatten, die sich auf den Falken 75 konzentrierte.
Http://www.sim-outhouse.com/sohforums/local_links.php?action=jump&catid=44&id=19435
Einige der Missionen, die ich von diesem Punkt an tun kann, könnten mit dieser Kampagne auf Ihren "Rasen" verstoßen. Basierend auf meinem eigenen Sinn für Ethik und Fairplay, versuche ich bewusst zu vermeiden, die FDG P-36 als Spieler Flugzeug beim Bau Französisch Missionen, wenn es spiegelt eine Mission, die Sie tun. Es kann Situationen geben, die auftauchen, wo ich ohne Alternative gelassen werde, besonders nach der Dunkirk-Evakuierung.
Es ist eine schwierige Balance, weil ich Dombral versprochen habe, dass ich die Franzosen so viel wie möglich machen würde; Dazu gehört auch eine Arbeit im Mittelmeer, aber nur bis Ende Juni; Es würde nicht gegen deine Vichy-Arbeit verstoßen.
Wenn überhaupt, hoffe ich, dass diese Anstrengung die Aufmerksamkeit auf Ihre Arbeit und nicht auf das Gegenteil legen kann. Wenn du es willst, wenn du mich gern irgendwelche "Kreuzung der Schwerter" vermeiden willst, kann ich andere Missionen tun, die deine Arbeit nicht im geringsten verletzen werden.
Bitte lassen Sie mich wissen, wie Sie möchten, dass ich damit umgeht, mein Freund.
Respektvoll,
Hi Wolfgang!
I hope all is well on your end. As you're surely aware, I'm working on the Battle of France project with Kdriver, UncleTgt, Hewman100, Captain Kurt, and a few others. I'm getting into 12 May, and there are missions that require significant French involvement. I remembered all of a sudden that you had done a fantastic (if under-appreciated) campaign for the Battle of France, focused on the Hawk 75.
http://www.sim-outhouse.com/sohforums/local_links.php?action=jump&catid=44&id=19435
Some of the missions I may be doing from this point forward could infringe on your "turf" with this campaign. Based on my own sense of ethics and fair play, I am deliberately trying to avoid using the FDG P-36 as a player aircraft when building French missions if it mirrors a mission you are doing. There may be situations that crop up where I'm left without an alternative, especially after the Dunkirk evacuation.
It's a difficult balance because I promised Dombral that I would get the French involved as much as possible; this also will include some work in the Mediterranean, but only through the end of June; it would not infringe on your Vichy work.
If anything, I hope that this effort may draw attention TO your work rather than the opposite. That being said, if you would like me to completely avoid any "crossing of the swords," I can do other missions that will not infringe on your work in the least.
Please let me know how you would like me to handle this, my friend.
Respectfully,
Hallo Wolfgang!
Ich hoffe, alles ist gut am Ende. Wie Sie sicher wissen, arbeite ich an der Schlacht von Frankreich Projekt mit Kdriver, UncleTgt, Hewman100, Kapitän Kurt, und ein paar andere. Ich komme in den 12. Mai, und es gibt Missionen, die ein bedeutendes französisches Engagement erfordern. Ich erinnerte mich plötzlich, dass Sie eine fantastische (wenn auch unterschätzte) Kampagne für die Schlacht von Frankreich gemacht hatten, die sich auf den Falken 75 konzentrierte.
Http://www.sim-outhouse.com/sohforums/local_links.php?action=jump&catid=44&id=19435
Einige der Missionen, die ich von diesem Punkt an tun kann, könnten mit dieser Kampagne auf Ihren "Rasen" verstoßen. Basierend auf meinem eigenen Sinn für Ethik und Fairplay, versuche ich bewusst zu vermeiden, die FDG P-36 als Spieler Flugzeug beim Bau Französisch Missionen, wenn es spiegelt eine Mission, die Sie tun. Es kann Situationen geben, die auftauchen, wo ich ohne Alternative gelassen werde, besonders nach der Dunkirk-Evakuierung.
Es ist eine schwierige Balance, weil ich Dombral versprochen habe, dass ich die Franzosen so viel wie möglich machen würde; Dazu gehört auch eine Arbeit im Mittelmeer, aber nur bis Ende Juni; Es würde nicht gegen deine Vichy-Arbeit verstoßen.
Wenn überhaupt, hoffe ich, dass diese Anstrengung die Aufmerksamkeit auf Ihre Arbeit und nicht auf das Gegenteil legen kann. Wenn du es willst, wenn du mich gern irgendwelche "Kreuzung der Schwerter" vermeiden willst, kann ich andere Missionen tun, die deine Arbeit nicht im geringsten verletzen werden.
Bitte lassen Sie mich wissen, wie Sie möchten, dass ich damit umgeht, mein Freund.
Respektvoll,
Shadow Wolf 07
SOH-CM-2025
Hey Rami!
Have you done anything with the assault/raid on Eben Emael in this campaign?
Have you done anything with the assault/raid on Eben Emael in this campaign?
Reply...
Greg,
I built Eben Emael with the tools I had available, but...(Stuart277 and our team will be discussing it in the next couple of days)
1) The landclass and rivers are all wrong, so it makes it extremely difficult to build it correctly in the proper location. Redoing the landclass for this area would be a major overhaul, and frankly, given that I'm basically having to build each mission from scratch, I'm inclined not to make even more work for myself, because then we're talking about a redo for every Maastricht mission already completed.
2) There are no appropriate gliders to do the job.
3) However, theoretically, it could be done with Ju-52 paratroopers with an area drop zone.
I chose to focus instead on the struggle for Maastricht and the bridges over the Albert Canal. There are a total of five mission covering a span of two days, (May 11th and 12th)
The way this project is shaping up, I'm expecting to be close to 200 missions once it's all said and done.
Greg,
I built Eben Emael with the tools I had available, but...(Stuart277 and our team will be discussing it in the next couple of days)
1) The landclass and rivers are all wrong, so it makes it extremely difficult to build it correctly in the proper location. Redoing the landclass for this area would be a major overhaul, and frankly, given that I'm basically having to build each mission from scratch, I'm inclined not to make even more work for myself, because then we're talking about a redo for every Maastricht mission already completed.
2) There are no appropriate gliders to do the job.
3) However, theoretically, it could be done with Ju-52 paratroopers with an area drop zone.
I chose to focus instead on the struggle for Maastricht and the bridges over the Albert Canal. There are a total of five mission covering a span of two days, (May 11th and 12th)
The way this project is shaping up, I'm expecting to be close to 200 missions once it's all said and done.
Hi Andrew!
Yes, everything is fine here, although real life keeps me very busy, which is the reason why you don´t hear much from me right now.
But I´m still interested in CFS2, and also working on a new project, which should be finished in the near future (I hope).
About the possible "conflicts" between your missions and mine, don´t worry about these!
I do not feel that I "own" any events, just because I covered them in my campaigns. So please go ahead and create your campaign in just the way you want it! I will certainly not take any offence if some missions mirror those in my campaign! The same goes for campaigns in other theaters where I was active!
Cheers,
Wolfgang
Yes, everything is fine here, although real life keeps me very busy, which is the reason why you don´t hear much from me right now.
But I´m still interested in CFS2, and also working on a new project, which should be finished in the near future (I hope).
About the possible "conflicts" between your missions and mine, don´t worry about these!
I do not feel that I "own" any events, just because I covered them in my campaigns. So please go ahead and create your campaign in just the way you want it! I will certainly not take any offence if some missions mirror those in my campaign! The same goes for campaigns in other theaters where I was active!
Cheers,
Wolfgang
Reply...
Good morning,
Hot off the press...
"title_string"=BoF Jagdgeschwader - Cut the British off at Liège
"summary_string"=Aufgepasst, kameraden! British forces are making every effort to destroy important bridges over the Albert Canal, so this morning your staffel will be patrolling the Liège-Maastricht sector, looking for any British bomber formations or fighter cover. If you find the Brits, you have permission to engage. Let's show them that we won't relinquish what our forces have fought to secure!
"objective_string"=On 12 May 1940, Stab and I/JG 27 were in action over Belgium & engaged Hurricanes of 1 Squadron, & possibly both 85 & 87 Squadrons. Some sources claim that as many as forty Bf-109s were involved, including Adolf Galland. The engagement at Liège prevented the Brits from reaching the Blenheims & Battles they were tasked to protect at Maastricht. Apparently, a formation of Heinkels and an escort became involved in the fray, along with Ju-87s. In the mêlée, a total of seven Heinkels were claimed along with six Bf-109s. The Germans claimed four Hurricanes shot down and three damaged.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you'll head toward Liège and climb up to 5,000 meters. Look for any British fighters or bombers in the sector between Liège & Maastricht. You are cleared to engage all British aircraft in the area. When the sky is clear or you exhaust your ammunition, break off and return to Monchengladbach. Remember; Messerschmitts are faster than Hurricanes, but not as maneuverable. Use your speed to initiate and break contact. Viel Glück!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=AH_BF109ECFS2_IIJG26_Knuppel
"airfield_string"=Germany - Monchengladbach
Good morning,
Hot off the press...
"title_string"=BoF Jagdgeschwader - Cut the British off at Liège
"summary_string"=Aufgepasst, kameraden! British forces are making every effort to destroy important bridges over the Albert Canal, so this morning your staffel will be patrolling the Liège-Maastricht sector, looking for any British bomber formations or fighter cover. If you find the Brits, you have permission to engage. Let's show them that we won't relinquish what our forces have fought to secure!
"objective_string"=On 12 May 1940, Stab and I/JG 27 were in action over Belgium & engaged Hurricanes of 1 Squadron, & possibly both 85 & 87 Squadrons. Some sources claim that as many as forty Bf-109s were involved, including Adolf Galland. The engagement at Liège prevented the Brits from reaching the Blenheims & Battles they were tasked to protect at Maastricht. Apparently, a formation of Heinkels and an escort became involved in the fray, along with Ju-87s. In the mêlée, a total of seven Heinkels were claimed along with six Bf-109s. The Germans claimed four Hurricanes shot down and three damaged.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you'll head toward Liège and climb up to 5,000 meters. Look for any British fighters or bombers in the sector between Liège & Maastricht. You are cleared to engage all British aircraft in the area. When the sky is clear or you exhaust your ammunition, break off and return to Monchengladbach. Remember; Messerschmitts are faster than Hurricanes, but not as maneuverable. Use your speed to initiate and break contact. Viel Glück!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=AH_BF109ECFS2_IIJG26_Knuppel
"airfield_string"=Germany - Monchengladbach
Reply...
Greg,
Apparently I was wrong. Kevin is working on the land and water masking as we speak. Stuart277 sent out this question a couple of days ago...
"Hi Andrew,
I hope things are going well with your leg problems. Love the BOF work.
Re: Eben Emael. I looked at trying to do a Ju52 paradrop mission a while ago, but gave it up as the terrain did not match the fort. I was thinking about this after your recent efforts. I think that land shapes can be done, but I do not know (and I have not looked into) how to do it.
1. Is the terrain ok?
2. If not, can we (I) build a Gmax Fort, a bit like a ship.
3. Will paratroops land on a 'ship.'
Take care,
Stuart"
Kevin (Kdriver) sent this screenshot this morning...along with this reply..."Hi Stuart & BoF Crew,I'm working on it. Kevin."
...to which I responded...
"Kevin,
Do you need me to make any GSL adjustments to the bridges? I hope not, because then five missions have to be tweaked. But if we can get Eben Emael correctly positioned, we can collaborate on building it better. Then the tough part is writing a mission scenario.
Maybe we'll let Stuart do this, since you Aussies are the ones who let this Genie out of the bottle...lol.
Andrew"
Have you done anything with the assault/raid on Eben Emael in this campaign?
Greg,
Apparently I was wrong. Kevin is working on the land and water masking as we speak. Stuart277 sent out this question a couple of days ago...
"Hi Andrew,
I hope things are going well with your leg problems. Love the BOF work.
Re: Eben Emael. I looked at trying to do a Ju52 paradrop mission a while ago, but gave it up as the terrain did not match the fort. I was thinking about this after your recent efforts. I think that land shapes can be done, but I do not know (and I have not looked into) how to do it.
1. Is the terrain ok?
2. If not, can we (I) build a Gmax Fort, a bit like a ship.
3. Will paratroops land on a 'ship.'
Take care,
Stuart"
Kevin (Kdriver) sent this screenshot this morning...along with this reply..."Hi Stuart & BoF Crew,I'm working on it. Kevin."
...to which I responded...
"Kevin,
Do you need me to make any GSL adjustments to the bridges? I hope not, because then five missions have to be tweaked. But if we can get Eben Emael correctly positioned, we can collaborate on building it better. Then the tough part is writing a mission scenario.
Maybe we'll let Stuart do this, since you Aussies are the ones who let this Genie out of the bottle...lol.
Andrew"
Reply...
Wolfgang,
Many thanks. I had the same hesitation with the Dutch East Indies overhaul because of the work you did there, and with the 20th Fighter Group campaign, since that covered some territory that Captain Kurt's 354th Fighter Group campaign dealt with.
Okay then...back to the grindstone.
Wolfgang,
Many thanks. I had the same hesitation with the Dutch East Indies overhaul because of the work you did there, and with the 20th Fighter Group campaign, since that covered some territory that Captain Kurt's 354th Fighter Group campaign dealt with.
Okay then...back to the grindstone.
Reply...
Good evening,
From today's batch; I only had time for one...
"title_string"=Battle of France - Tangling with Kampfgeschwader 53
"summary_string"=To your Hawks! German bombers are bearing down on our airfields near Reims, and your fighters will meet the formation & engage, hopefully disrupting their efforts in the process! Once you locate this German formation, tear into them, and bring down as many of the bombers as possible!
"objective_string"=A bit after dawn on 12 May, I, II, and III/KG 53 attacked the French base at Mourmelon, southeast of Reims. This formation was escorted by Bf-110s from ZG I and ZG 52. The French scrambled Hawk 75s to intercept them, and when II/KG 53 strayed too close to 501 Squadron's base, four Hurricanes rose to intercept. During this battle, four He-111s were claimed destroyed, but any French / British losses are not known. It's also unknown how much of KG 53 was actually involved, but if it was the whole unit, more than one hundred Heinkels alone could have been involved in this attack.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, climb to 16,000 feet. This should place you very close to the height that the Germans seem to prefer for their attacks. If they are escorted by Bf-110s, use your maneuverability to initiate & break contact. With British squadrons in the area, be sure to look twice before shooting; we mustn't shoot down our brothers-in-arms! Once finished, break off & return to Vraux. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=FDG2_P-36 Capt Jean Accart GC I 5 Pontarlier 1940
"airfield_string"=France - Vraux
Good evening,
From today's batch; I only had time for one...
"title_string"=Battle of France - Tangling with Kampfgeschwader 53
"summary_string"=To your Hawks! German bombers are bearing down on our airfields near Reims, and your fighters will meet the formation & engage, hopefully disrupting their efforts in the process! Once you locate this German formation, tear into them, and bring down as many of the bombers as possible!
"objective_string"=A bit after dawn on 12 May, I, II, and III/KG 53 attacked the French base at Mourmelon, southeast of Reims. This formation was escorted by Bf-110s from ZG I and ZG 52. The French scrambled Hawk 75s to intercept them, and when II/KG 53 strayed too close to 501 Squadron's base, four Hurricanes rose to intercept. During this battle, four He-111s were claimed destroyed, but any French / British losses are not known. It's also unknown how much of KG 53 was actually involved, but if it was the whole unit, more than one hundred Heinkels alone could have been involved in this attack.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, climb to 16,000 feet. This should place you very close to the height that the Germans seem to prefer for their attacks. If they are escorted by Bf-110s, use your maneuverability to initiate & break contact. With British squadrons in the area, be sure to look twice before shooting; we mustn't shoot down our brothers-in-arms! Once finished, break off & return to Vraux. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=FDG2_P-36 Capt Jean Accart GC I 5 Pontarlier 1940
"airfield_string"=France - Vraux
Glider
Hi Rami,
There are some gliders here at SOH.
DFS_230_Glider_pack
Apparently, they do not have panels.
They have a HS126-1 set as the 'payload'. They need to be towed by JU52's.
I do not know how to set this out, but I am sure someone does.
Cheers,
Stuart
Hi Rami,
There are some gliders here at SOH.
DFS_230_Glider_pack
Apparently, they do not have panels.
They have a HS126-1 set as the 'payload'. They need to be towed by JU52's.
I do not know how to set this out, but I am sure someone does.
Cheers,
Stuart
Reply...
Good afternoon,
Here are two additional missions completed...
"title_string"=BoF Kampfgeschwader - Supporting the 12th Army
"summary_string"=Piloten der Luftflotte! The 12th Army is making its move toward France, & we will support the effort by pummeling cities and towns ahead of their path that may be used to blunt the advance of Panzers. KG 55 will attack Rethel, while other units strike different towns in this sector. Let's make sure we strike accurately, the German battle plan requires precision for it to be a success!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon of 12 May, Luftwaffe planes were out in force in support of 12th Army's thrust toward France. During this mission, Heinkels from II/KG 55 raided the small town of Rethel, France. They were escorted by Bf-110s. During this sortie, there is little indication they were intercepted by fighters, & no Luftwaffe losses were recorded of He-111s from II/KG 55 or Zerstörer groups during the mission.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, hold a west-northwesterly course & begin climbing to 4,000 meters. The rest of the formation will stagger at altitudes above & below you. Your escort will meet you over the Rhine, and accompany you to the target & back. Rethel lies to the northeast of Reims, and both French & British bases lie nearby, so be ready at your guns. There are friendly bomber units attacking targets in this area, so hopefully they will keep the enemy busy. Once your run is complete, turn around and return to Leipheim.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=GC_He111H6
"airfield_string"=Germany - Leipheim
"title_string"=Battle of France - Intercept Dorniers above Vouziers
"summary_string"=Get airborne quickly! Luftwaffe planes have been appearing all along the frontline, and a formation of Do-17s has been seen approaching the town of Vouziers. Yours will be one of several flights sent to intercept and turn back the enemy menace. Tear into them, and then return to Vassincourt to refuel and rearm!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon of 12 May, Luftwaffe planes were out in force in support of 12th Army's thrust toward France. In this sortie, French Moranes and Hawks of GC I/5, GC II/2, & GC III/7, together with 501 Squadron Hurricanes, intercepted Do-17 bombers of I & II/KG 3 who were raiding targets near Vouziers, France. They were accompanied by Bf-110s. Total Luftwaffe losses are unknown, but at least one Bf-110 & at least some bombers were shot down from this German formation.
"intelligence_string"=Enemy bombers are reported to be headed toward the Vouziers area. After takeoff, climb to 15,000 feet and head toward the town and intercept any enemy aircraft nearby. Other French and possibly British fighters will be in the area, so be sure you are shooting at the enemy. Focus on shooting down bombers; let other fighters tangle with any German fighters. When finished, break off and head back to Vassincourt. With the Germans out in force, we need every plane to come back!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=MS 406 Sgt de Puybusque 1940
"airfield_string"=France - Vassincourt
Good afternoon,
Here are two additional missions completed...
"title_string"=BoF Kampfgeschwader - Supporting the 12th Army
"summary_string"=Piloten der Luftflotte! The 12th Army is making its move toward France, & we will support the effort by pummeling cities and towns ahead of their path that may be used to blunt the advance of Panzers. KG 55 will attack Rethel, while other units strike different towns in this sector. Let's make sure we strike accurately, the German battle plan requires precision for it to be a success!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon of 12 May, Luftwaffe planes were out in force in support of 12th Army's thrust toward France. During this mission, Heinkels from II/KG 55 raided the small town of Rethel, France. They were escorted by Bf-110s. During this sortie, there is little indication they were intercepted by fighters, & no Luftwaffe losses were recorded of He-111s from II/KG 55 or Zerstörer groups during the mission.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, hold a west-northwesterly course & begin climbing to 4,000 meters. The rest of the formation will stagger at altitudes above & below you. Your escort will meet you over the Rhine, and accompany you to the target & back. Rethel lies to the northeast of Reims, and both French & British bases lie nearby, so be ready at your guns. There are friendly bomber units attacking targets in this area, so hopefully they will keep the enemy busy. Once your run is complete, turn around and return to Leipheim.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=GC_He111H6
"airfield_string"=Germany - Leipheim
"title_string"=Battle of France - Intercept Dorniers above Vouziers
"summary_string"=Get airborne quickly! Luftwaffe planes have been appearing all along the frontline, and a formation of Do-17s has been seen approaching the town of Vouziers. Yours will be one of several flights sent to intercept and turn back the enemy menace. Tear into them, and then return to Vassincourt to refuel and rearm!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon of 12 May, Luftwaffe planes were out in force in support of 12th Army's thrust toward France. In this sortie, French Moranes and Hawks of GC I/5, GC II/2, & GC III/7, together with 501 Squadron Hurricanes, intercepted Do-17 bombers of I & II/KG 3 who were raiding targets near Vouziers, France. They were accompanied by Bf-110s. Total Luftwaffe losses are unknown, but at least one Bf-110 & at least some bombers were shot down from this German formation.
"intelligence_string"=Enemy bombers are reported to be headed toward the Vouziers area. After takeoff, climb to 15,000 feet and head toward the town and intercept any enemy aircraft nearby. Other French and possibly British fighters will be in the area, so be sure you are shooting at the enemy. Focus on shooting down bombers; let other fighters tangle with any German fighters. When finished, break off and head back to Vassincourt. With the Germans out in force, we need every plane to come back!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=MS 406 Sgt de Puybusque 1940
"airfield_string"=France - Vassincourt
Shadow Wolf 07
SOH-CM-2025
Looks good Rami. How many acft involved in these? 
Reply...
Greg,
The morning French intercept, 82. (Some are set up only as random chance elements, the same applies for others)
The afternoon French intercept, 70.
The first German bomber mission, 46.
The second bomber mission I'm working on now will also be 46.
After that, I have two other missions for 12 May. One is already built which I will modify to make it quasi-historical, (It's a British bomber intercept mission) and I have another Stuka hunt mission where Hurricanes were able to jump them because the escort didn't engage. That one will be interesting, because I'll have to set German escorts up as a low-percentage random chance element.
Greg,
The morning French intercept, 82. (Some are set up only as random chance elements, the same applies for others)
The afternoon French intercept, 70.
The first German bomber mission, 46.
The second bomber mission I'm working on now will also be 46.
After that, I have two other missions for 12 May. One is already built which I will modify to make it quasi-historical, (It's a British bomber intercept mission) and I have another Stuka hunt mission where Hurricanes were able to jump them because the escort didn't engage. That one will be interesting, because I'll have to set German escorts up as a low-percentage random chance element.