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"title_string"=Aleutians (IJN) - First raid on Dutch Harbor
"summary_string"=To your planes! We're going to try to strike Dutch Harbor at first light. Get airborne quickly and fly over the mountains on Unalaska Island so that you can dive undetected and get the drop on American forces! Be sure to destroy ships, port facilities, & fuel stores. Once finished, return to the carriers to rearm and reload.
"objective_string"=On 3 June 1942, Adm. Boshiro Hosogaya launched a strike force of twelve A6M2 fighters, ten B5N2 high-level bombers, & ten Aichi D3A dive-bombers to raid the facilities at Dutch Harbor, as part of a diversion from their imminent attack on Midway. This was despite being spotted on 2 June by PBY Catalinas. On the way there, most of the Junyo's force became disoriented from fog & turned back. Over Dutch Harbor, the Japanese were greeted by heavy fire, & waters void of most transport ships. Faced with this, they made a hasty assault on the shore facilities and withdrew to the Ryujo before they could be intercepted by any P-40s from Fort Glenn.
"intelligence_string"=Flying weather in this part of the Pacific can be notoriously unpredictable and change rapidly, so watch out for low clouds and fog. Over the target area, try to avoid anti-aircraft gun positions, and keep your eyes open for any aircraft nearby. We do not believe they have fighters nearby, but not all these islands are mapped. Once finished, break off and head back to the carriers. Our carriers to the south will be launching strikes against Midway tomorrow, and we may be needed further south!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Mitsubishi A6M2b 'Zero'
"airfield_string"="IJN Junyo CV"
"title_string"=Aleutians (IJN) - Zero misfortune at Akutan
"summary_string"=Our recce has determined that yesterday's attack was insufficient. Today the base at Dutch Harbor in the Aleutians must be finished off, because our two aircraft carriers & pilots are urgently needed for operations around Midway Island.
"objective_string"=The second Dutch Harbor raid was a major turning point for the Americans. While the Vals were able to bomb without incident, hitting several oil tanks and destroying two hangars, the Zeroes were not so fortunate. Zero pilots who shot down a Catalina returning from a patrol then strafed & killed the airmen who had bailed into a raft on another pass, enraged American gunners. As the Zeroes turned, one of the Zeroes suffered a bad hit and the Zero pilot turned & fled, attempting to land on Akutan. Unfortunately, the island was covered in muskeg, & the pilot's wheels snagged on landing, flipping the plane and breaking the neck of the pilot. This plane, known as the Akutan Zero, was discovered a month later by the Americans and was evaluated rigorously. This discovery proved invaluable for determining the Zero's strengths and weaknesses.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, fly north-northeast to reach the Aleutians & rendezvous with the other flights that already departed. You will approach Dutch Harbor from the north and destroy the Naval Air Station, leveling fuel tanks, hangars, and other targets of your choice. When finished, head to the southwest and return to the Ryujo. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Aichi D3A1 'Val'
"airfield_string"="IJN Ryujo CVL"
"title_string"=Aleutians (IJN) - The Kates take their turn
"summary_string"=Our recce has determined that yesterday's attack was insufficient. Today the base at Dutch Harbor in the Aleutians must be finished off, because our two aircraft carriers & pilots are urgently needed for operations near Midway Island. Your targets are the piers & fuel facilities; the Vals will attack the ships & the Zeroes will strafe. Make sure that Dutch Harbor is put out of action!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon, the weather cleared enough to allow Admiral Hosogaya to launch a second raid against Dutch Harbor on 4 June 1942. The Zeroes and Vals went in first, and the Kate bombers came in at approximately 15,000ft after the first wave departed. Their bombs were largely ineffective, but one did strike a 20mm anti-aircraft position, destroying the gun and killing three men. (For the two missions on 4 June 1942, I split this force of ten Zeroes between the two raids.) In reality, the Zeroes strafed first while the Vals struck, & then the Kates followed at high altitude. It seems that all the Kates released & returned to the carriers unscathed.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you'll climb to 4,750m and skirt the western and northern coastlines of the island before turning south to strike Dutch Harbor from the north. Your targets are fuel stores, hangars, & buildings of Fort Mears. Make sure to drop your bombs on target; our carrier force at Midway has suffered terribly & we are needed to prevent the rest of our force from being annihilated!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Nakajima B5N2 'Kate'
"airfield_string"="IJN Ryujo CVL"
"title_string"=Aleutians (USAAF) - Dutch Harbor under attack!
"summary_string"=The Japanese carriers that we have been tracking have launched fighters and bombers and they are now approaching Dutch Harbor! You must scramble immediately and try to get to the harbor in time to break up their raid, or intercept them during their withdrawal. See if you can find them, & then hack them out of the sky!
"objective_string"=The Japanese raiders on 3 June already departed by the time these scrambled P-40s reached Dutch Harbor from their aerodrome at Fort Glenn, some sixty-five miles away. This initial Japanese attack consisted of twelve Aichi D3A Vals, ten Nakajima B5N2 Kates, and an escort of ten Mitsubishi A6M Zero fighters. However, American soldiers there were alerted well in advance due to Rochefort's code-breaking teams, and were at battle stations when the Japs appeared. Their fire was effective enough that it forced the Japanese to release and flee, minimizing the damage from the first raid.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, fly northeast & climb hard to 12,000ft as you head for Dutch Harbor. If you spot Japanese planes, engage them and try to take them down. If the enemy has departed, drop down to 6,000 feet as you near the harbor & report on what you see. Be sure to note damage to buildings or storage tanks. Then climb out & return to Fort Glenn. We will be ready for the Japs if they come back!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Curtiss P-40e Warhawk (RAAF)
"airfield_string"=Aleutians - Fort Glenn (NE-SW)
"title_string"=Aleutians (USAAF) - Exact revenge on the Vals!
"summary_string"=Get to your fighters! Army observers have spotted a second Japanese raid heading for Dutch Harbor! You must scramble as quickly as possible & reach the island before the Japanese can clear the area completely & make it back to the aircraft carriers. Let's show the Japanese that we will hit them just as hard here as our Naval brethren did at Midway this morning!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon, the weather cleared enough to allow Admiral Hosogaya to launch a second raid against Dutch Harbor on June 4th, 1942. At 1800 hours, ten Zeroes strafed the Naval Air Station, followed by eleven Val dive-bombers. (Nine Kates would also bomb the harbor from high altitude at 1820 hours) During their raid, the Vals destroyed several oil tanks, an empty aircraft hangar, and an old beached transport ship. However, as the Vals withdrew, they ran right into six P-40 Warhawks, who were able to shoot down four of them before the Zeroes could intervene.
"intelligence_string"=The Army observers saw the planes heading north; this means they'll likely egress from Dutch Harbor heading south. You'll attempt to catch them to the southwest of Dutch Harbor. When you catch these Japanese planes, tear into them and hack down as many of them as possible, but make sure to watch out for any Zeroes that may try to get the drop on you. Once finished, disengage & head back to Fort Glenn. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Curtiss P-40e Warhawk (RAAF)
"airfield_string"=Aleutians - Fort Glenn (NE-SW)
"title_string"=Aleutians (USN) - Catalina reconnaissance
"summary_string"=Today, we see if Captain Rochefort's intelligence is correct. In addition to the attack on Midway, a second force is expected to be headed your way, with Dutch Harbor & an invasion as its objective. You will fly a sweep out into the Pacific to see if you can find them. Let's hope that Lady Luck is on your side, you will need it to find these Japanese ships!
"objective_string"=On June 2nd 1942, a USN PBY Catalina identified the smaller Japanese Task Force about 400 miles south of Kiska Island. The plane was able to radio in the Task Force's composition, speed, & heading, and then returned to base safely. It is not known where the Catalinas flew from, but Adak or Dutch Harbor were the likely points of departure.
"intelligence_string"=We think this force is coordinated with the larger element that's closing in on Midway. The expected date for the Midway raid is June 4th or 5th. They may try to attack before Midway to draw elements of Fletcher's Task Force north, far from the main battle. If the Japanese can be located, we believe they will be somewhere southwest of Adak, on an east-northeasterly course. If you see 'em, report on the number and type, but keep enough distance to avoid either being hit by flak or intercepted by fighters. Once finished, radio in & then return to Adak. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Consolidated Catalina PBY-5a
"airfield_string"=Aleutians - Adak NAS (Seaplane)
Hello again,
This is what I have done so far...
"title_string"=Aleutians (IJN) - First raid on Dutch Harbor
"summary_string"=To your planes! We're going to try to strike Dutch Harbor at first light. Get airborne quickly and fly over the mountains on Unalaska Island so that you can dive undetected and get the drop on American forces! Be sure to destroy ships, port facilities, & fuel stores. Once finished, return to the carriers to rearm and reload.
"objective_string"=On 3 June 1942, Adm. Boshiro Hosogaya launched a strike force of twelve A6M2 fighters, ten B5N2 high-level bombers, & ten Aichi D3A dive-bombers to raid the facilities at Dutch Harbor, as part of a diversion from their imminent attack on Midway. This was despite being spotted on 2 June by PBY Catalinas. On the way there, most of the Junyo's force became disoriented from fog & turned back. Over Dutch Harbor, the Japanese were greeted by heavy fire, & waters void of most transport ships. Faced with this, they made a hasty assault on the shore facilities and withdrew to the Ryujo before they could be intercepted by any P-40s from Fort Glenn.
"intelligence_string"=Flying weather in this part of the Pacific can be notoriously unpredictable and change rapidly, so watch out for low clouds and fog. Over the target area, try to avoid anti-aircraft gun positions, and keep your eyes open for any aircraft nearby. We do not believe they have fighters nearby, but not all these islands are mapped. Once finished, break off and head back to the carriers. Our carriers to the south will be launching strikes against Midway tomorrow, and we may be needed further south!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Mitsubishi A6M2b 'Zero'
"airfield_string"="IJN Junyo CV"
"title_string"=Aleutians (IJN) - Zero misfortune at Akutan
"summary_string"=Our recce has determined that yesterday's attack was insufficient. Today the base at Dutch Harbor in the Aleutians must be finished off, because our two aircraft carriers & pilots are urgently needed for operations around Midway Island.
"objective_string"=The second Dutch Harbor raid was a major turning point for the Americans. While the Vals were able to bomb without incident, hitting several oil tanks and destroying two hangars, the Zeroes were not so fortunate. Zero pilots who shot down a Catalina returning from a patrol then strafed & killed the airmen who had bailed into a raft on another pass, enraged American gunners. As the Zeroes turned, one of the Zeroes suffered a bad hit and the Zero pilot turned & fled, attempting to land on Akutan. Unfortunately, the island was covered in muskeg, & the pilot's wheels snagged on landing, flipping the plane and breaking the neck of the pilot. This plane, known as the Akutan Zero, was discovered a month later by the Americans and was evaluated rigorously. This discovery proved invaluable for determining the Zero's strengths and weaknesses.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, fly north-northeast to reach the Aleutians & rendezvous with the other flights that already departed. You will approach Dutch Harbor from the north and destroy the Naval Air Station, leveling fuel tanks, hangars, and other targets of your choice. When finished, head to the southwest and return to the Ryujo. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Aichi D3A1 'Val'
"airfield_string"="IJN Ryujo CVL"
"title_string"=Aleutians (IJN) - The Kates take their turn
"summary_string"=Our recce has determined that yesterday's attack was insufficient. Today the base at Dutch Harbor in the Aleutians must be finished off, because our two aircraft carriers & pilots are urgently needed for operations near Midway Island. Your targets are the piers & fuel facilities; the Vals will attack the ships & the Zeroes will strafe. Make sure that Dutch Harbor is put out of action!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon, the weather cleared enough to allow Admiral Hosogaya to launch a second raid against Dutch Harbor on 4 June 1942. The Zeroes and Vals went in first, and the Kate bombers came in at approximately 15,000ft after the first wave departed. Their bombs were largely ineffective, but one did strike a 20mm anti-aircraft position, destroying the gun and killing three men. (For the two missions on 4 June 1942, I split this force of ten Zeroes between the two raids.) In reality, the Zeroes strafed first while the Vals struck, & then the Kates followed at high altitude. It seems that all the Kates released & returned to the carriers unscathed.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you'll climb to 4,750m and skirt the western and northern coastlines of the island before turning south to strike Dutch Harbor from the north. Your targets are fuel stores, hangars, & buildings of Fort Mears. Make sure to drop your bombs on target; our carrier force at Midway has suffered terribly & we are needed to prevent the rest of our force from being annihilated!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Nakajima B5N2 'Kate'
"airfield_string"="IJN Ryujo CVL"
"title_string"=Aleutians (USAAF) - Dutch Harbor under attack!
"summary_string"=The Japanese carriers that we have been tracking have launched fighters and bombers and they are now approaching Dutch Harbor! You must scramble immediately and try to get to the harbor in time to break up their raid, or intercept them during their withdrawal. See if you can find them, & then hack them out of the sky!
"objective_string"=The Japanese raiders on 3 June already departed by the time these scrambled P-40s reached Dutch Harbor from their aerodrome at Fort Glenn, some sixty-five miles away. This initial Japanese attack consisted of twelve Aichi D3A Vals, ten Nakajima B5N2 Kates, and an escort of ten Mitsubishi A6M Zero fighters. However, American soldiers there were alerted well in advance due to Rochefort's code-breaking teams, and were at battle stations when the Japs appeared. Their fire was effective enough that it forced the Japanese to release and flee, minimizing the damage from the first raid.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, fly northeast & climb hard to 12,000ft as you head for Dutch Harbor. If you spot Japanese planes, engage them and try to take them down. If the enemy has departed, drop down to 6,000 feet as you near the harbor & report on what you see. Be sure to note damage to buildings or storage tanks. Then climb out & return to Fort Glenn. We will be ready for the Japs if they come back!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Curtiss P-40e Warhawk (RAAF)
"airfield_string"=Aleutians - Fort Glenn (NE-SW)
"title_string"=Aleutians (USAAF) - Exact revenge on the Vals!
"summary_string"=Get to your fighters! Army observers have spotted a second Japanese raid heading for Dutch Harbor! You must scramble as quickly as possible & reach the island before the Japanese can clear the area completely & make it back to the aircraft carriers. Let's show the Japanese that we will hit them just as hard here as our Naval brethren did at Midway this morning!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon, the weather cleared enough to allow Admiral Hosogaya to launch a second raid against Dutch Harbor on June 4th, 1942. At 1800 hours, ten Zeroes strafed the Naval Air Station, followed by eleven Val dive-bombers. (Nine Kates would also bomb the harbor from high altitude at 1820 hours) During their raid, the Vals destroyed several oil tanks, an empty aircraft hangar, and an old beached transport ship. However, as the Vals withdrew, they ran right into six P-40 Warhawks, who were able to shoot down four of them before the Zeroes could intervene.
"intelligence_string"=The Army observers saw the planes heading north; this means they'll likely egress from Dutch Harbor heading south. You'll attempt to catch them to the southwest of Dutch Harbor. When you catch these Japanese planes, tear into them and hack down as many of them as possible, but make sure to watch out for any Zeroes that may try to get the drop on you. Once finished, disengage & head back to Fort Glenn. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Curtiss P-40e Warhawk (RAAF)
"airfield_string"=Aleutians - Fort Glenn (NE-SW)
"title_string"=Aleutians (USN) - Catalina reconnaissance
"summary_string"=Today, we see if Captain Rochefort's intelligence is correct. In addition to the attack on Midway, a second force is expected to be headed your way, with Dutch Harbor & an invasion as its objective. You will fly a sweep out into the Pacific to see if you can find them. Let's hope that Lady Luck is on your side, you will need it to find these Japanese ships!
"objective_string"=On June 2nd 1942, a USN PBY Catalina identified the smaller Japanese Task Force about 400 miles south of Kiska Island. The plane was able to radio in the Task Force's composition, speed, & heading, and then returned to base safely. It is not known where the Catalinas flew from, but Adak or Dutch Harbor were the likely points of departure.
"intelligence_string"=We think this force is coordinated with the larger element that's closing in on Midway. The expected date for the Midway raid is June 4th or 5th. They may try to attack before Midway to draw elements of Fletcher's Task Force north, far from the main battle. If the Japanese can be located, we believe they will be somewhere southwest of Adak, on an east-northeasterly course. If you see 'em, report on the number and type, but keep enough distance to avoid either being hit by flak or intercepted by fighters. Once finished, radio in & then return to Adak. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Consolidated Catalina PBY-5a
"airfield_string"=Aleutians - Adak NAS (Seaplane)
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