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Good evening,
Here is the next mission...6 April, 1941. On this mission, twelve Hurricanes patrolled near the Bulgarian border. Near Rupel Pass, the twelve patrolling Hurricanes encountered eight Bf-109e fighters from 8/JG 27. Bouncing them from a superior height, they managed to bring down four of them, while suffering no losses of their own.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - Arrival of the Luftwaffe
"summary_string"=Get into the air! German forces have been building up in Bulgaria and Romania for some time, and now they have been spotted moving into Greece through Rupel Pass! We're to fly a patrol over the border, looking for and engaging any Luftwaffe fighters in the area. Let's show them we'll defend Greece to the last!
"objective_string"=On 6 April 1941, the Axis invasion of Yugoslavia & Greece began. Ground forces started pouring into Greece through the Rupel pass and other locations along the borders of Bulgaria. Further north, Axis forces poured into Yugoslavia from the borders of Hungary, Romania, & Bulgaria. RAF units in Greece reacted by staying at instant readiness and flying patrols along the Bulgarian border during the day. During RAF 33 squadron's patrol in the afternoon, they successfully jumped a flight of eight Bf-109s from 8/JG 27, claiming four of the eight-aircraft formation.
"intelligence_string"=As you near Rupel Pass, be aware that Bf-109s are much more dangerous than the Italian fighters we have battled in the past year. The only advantage you will have is turning ability, the Messerschmitt is marginally superior to the Hawker Hurricane in most other areas. If you encounter Bf-110s, you'll maintain an advantage with superior agility. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larissa
Good evening,
Here is the next mission...6 April, 1941. On this mission, twelve Hurricanes patrolled near the Bulgarian border. Near Rupel Pass, the twelve patrolling Hurricanes encountered eight Bf-109e fighters from 8/JG 27. Bouncing them from a superior height, they managed to bring down four of them, while suffering no losses of their own.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - Arrival of the Luftwaffe
"summary_string"=Get into the air! German forces have been building up in Bulgaria and Romania for some time, and now they have been spotted moving into Greece through Rupel Pass! We're to fly a patrol over the border, looking for and engaging any Luftwaffe fighters in the area. Let's show them we'll defend Greece to the last!
"objective_string"=On 6 April 1941, the Axis invasion of Yugoslavia & Greece began. Ground forces started pouring into Greece through the Rupel pass and other locations along the borders of Bulgaria. Further north, Axis forces poured into Yugoslavia from the borders of Hungary, Romania, & Bulgaria. RAF units in Greece reacted by staying at instant readiness and flying patrols along the Bulgarian border during the day. During RAF 33 squadron's patrol in the afternoon, they successfully jumped a flight of eight Bf-109s from 8/JG 27, claiming four of the eight-aircraft formation.
"intelligence_string"=As you near Rupel Pass, be aware that Bf-109s are much more dangerous than the Italian fighters we have battled in the past year. The only advantage you will have is turning ability, the Messerschmitt is marginally superior to the Hawker Hurricane in most other areas. If you encounter Bf-110s, you'll maintain an advantage with superior agility. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larissa
Capt. Winters
Charter Member
Hi Rami,
Campaign detail is great really looking forward to this one. This will see me move back to CFS2, after 10 years of CFS3.
regards Rob
Campaign detail is great really looking forward to this one. This will see me move back to CFS2, after 10 years of CFS3.
regards Rob
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Good evening,
Here is the next mission...8 April, 1941. Eight Blenheims, escorted by nine Hurricanes, attack the German-held aerodrome at Petrich, Bulgaria. After the Blenheims released, half the Hurricane flight dropped down to strafe the enemy airfield. Several enemy planes were reported destroyed; two of these were claimed by "Pat" Pattle himself.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - Payback over Petrich
"summary_string"=Attention! Today, we'll ambush the Luftwaffe and attack their airfield at Petrich. Blenheims will be responsible for striking the aerodrome, while your Hurricanes, led by "Pat" Pattle, will drop down & strafe the enemy airfield, focusing on any parked aircraft & any fuel supplies. The more successful we are today, the fewer enemy fighters we'll have to deal with in the future!
"objective_string"=On 8 April, eight Blenheims of RAF 211 Squadron, escorted by nine Hurricanes, set out to attack the German-occupied aerodrome at Petrich, Bulgaria. After these Blenheims bombed the aerodrome, the escorting Hurricanes dropped down to strafe the enemy airfield, leaving several fighters in flames. Pat Pattle was credited with leaving two of these Messerschmitts in flames.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you'll fly a north-northwesterly course to meet up with the Blenheim bombers. The other Hurricanes with you will be responsible for escorting the Blenheims, but you'll help them until reaching the field. Over Petrich, you'll drop down to strafe the enemy field, as the other Hurricanes will escort the Blenheims home. Over Petrich, make sure to use your ammunition to attack any aircraft in the area & strafe the aerodrome! Focus on any parked aircraft and fuel supplies. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
Good evening,
Here is the next mission...8 April, 1941. Eight Blenheims, escorted by nine Hurricanes, attack the German-held aerodrome at Petrich, Bulgaria. After the Blenheims released, half the Hurricane flight dropped down to strafe the enemy airfield. Several enemy planes were reported destroyed; two of these were claimed by "Pat" Pattle himself.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - Payback over Petrich
"summary_string"=Attention! Today, we'll ambush the Luftwaffe and attack their airfield at Petrich. Blenheims will be responsible for striking the aerodrome, while your Hurricanes, led by "Pat" Pattle, will drop down & strafe the enemy airfield, focusing on any parked aircraft & any fuel supplies. The more successful we are today, the fewer enemy fighters we'll have to deal with in the future!
"objective_string"=On 8 April, eight Blenheims of RAF 211 Squadron, escorted by nine Hurricanes, set out to attack the German-occupied aerodrome at Petrich, Bulgaria. After these Blenheims bombed the aerodrome, the escorting Hurricanes dropped down to strafe the enemy airfield, leaving several fighters in flames. Pat Pattle was credited with leaving two of these Messerschmitts in flames.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you'll fly a north-northwesterly course to meet up with the Blenheim bombers. The other Hurricanes with you will be responsible for escorting the Blenheims, but you'll help them until reaching the field. Over Petrich, you'll drop down to strafe the enemy field, as the other Hurricanes will escort the Blenheims home. Over Petrich, make sure to use your ammunition to attack any aircraft in the area & strafe the aerodrome! Focus on any parked aircraft and fuel supplies. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
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Good afternoon,
Here is the next mission...actually, it comes before the last post. During the late afternoon of 7 April, three Blenheims of RAF 11 Squadron set out to attack German columns just east of Strumica, Yugoslavia. They were escorted by a pair of Hurricanes from RAF 33 Squadron. The Blenheims were able to strike the columns without incident, and "Pat" Pattle claimed to have shot down a Dornier reconnaissance aircraft during the mission.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - The enemy lies beneath
"summary_string"=Let's get airborne! Blenheims are on their way to attack German ground units just east of Strumica, Yugoslavia. Your Hurricanes have been assigned to be their escort. Your task is to make sure that the Blenheims return to Greece unscathed. Good luck!
"objective_string"=During the late afternoon of 7 April 1941, a flight of three Bristol Blenheims set out to raid German columns near Strumica, Yugoslavia. These bombers were able to raid the Wehrmacht columns without incident, and as these Blenheims left, "Pat" Pattle spotted a single Dornier bomber several thousand feet below him. Diving to attack, Pattle claimed to have shot the "Do-215" down in flames, although it seems more likely it was a Dornier Do-17 from StG 2.
"intelligence_string"=After leaving, you will fly a north-northwesterly course to meet up with the Blenheim bombers. You will then stay with them until you reach the enemy columns just east of Strumica. Your first priority is to protect these Blenheims, but if you encounter any enemy aircraft, you have permission to engage them, so long as you do not put any of the bombers in danger.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
Good afternoon,
Here is the next mission...actually, it comes before the last post. During the late afternoon of 7 April, three Blenheims of RAF 11 Squadron set out to attack German columns just east of Strumica, Yugoslavia. They were escorted by a pair of Hurricanes from RAF 33 Squadron. The Blenheims were able to strike the columns without incident, and "Pat" Pattle claimed to have shot down a Dornier reconnaissance aircraft during the mission.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - The enemy lies beneath
"summary_string"=Let's get airborne! Blenheims are on their way to attack German ground units just east of Strumica, Yugoslavia. Your Hurricanes have been assigned to be their escort. Your task is to make sure that the Blenheims return to Greece unscathed. Good luck!
"objective_string"=During the late afternoon of 7 April 1941, a flight of three Bristol Blenheims set out to raid German columns near Strumica, Yugoslavia. These bombers were able to raid the Wehrmacht columns without incident, and as these Blenheims left, "Pat" Pattle spotted a single Dornier bomber several thousand feet below him. Diving to attack, Pattle claimed to have shot the "Do-215" down in flames, although it seems more likely it was a Dornier Do-17 from StG 2.
"intelligence_string"=After leaving, you will fly a north-northwesterly course to meet up with the Blenheim bombers. You will then stay with them until you reach the enemy columns just east of Strumica. Your first priority is to protect these Blenheims, but if you encounter any enemy aircraft, you have permission to engage them, so long as you do not put any of the bombers in danger.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
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Good evening,
Here is another mission. Again, it is slightly out of sequence. On this mission, Hurricanes escorted ten Blenheims to attack German vehicles spotted on the Bitola-Prilep road in Yugoslavia. The Luftwaffe intercepted them with both Bf-109s and Bf-110s, but heavy cloud cover helped shield the British bombers from attack. "Pat" Pattle claimed damaging a Bf-110 and shooting down a Bf-109, but German combat records put this in dispute.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - Danger lurks in Yugoslavia
"summary_string"=Listen up! Today' we are going to escort Blenheims into Yugoslavia, keeping up our efforts to try and disrupt the German invasion strategy by harassing their vehicle columns. You must make sure to keep any Luftwaffe fighters away from these bombers; they must be protected at all costs!
"objective_string"=On 10 April, ten Blenheims from RAF 11 Squadron attacked German vehicle columns moving along the Bitola-Prilep road. They were escorted by Hawker Hurricanes from RAF 33 Squadron. Over the road, they were intercepted by both Bf-109e & Bf-110c fighters. Heavy cloud cover provided some relief, and "Pat" Pattle reported damaging both a Bf-110 and forcing the Bf-109 pilot to bail out. However, German combat records indicate that two Bf-110s from 7/LG 2 were lost, along with a Bf-109 from Stab/JG 27, but were the result of accidents.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you'll link up with the Blenheims well before they cross into Yugoslavia. Remain on high alert over the target area; the Luftwaffe has gotten wise to RAF tactics of striking Wehrmacht vehicle columns, & are sending fighter protection to cover them. Expect to tangle with them over or near the target!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
Good evening,
Here is another mission. Again, it is slightly out of sequence. On this mission, Hurricanes escorted ten Blenheims to attack German vehicles spotted on the Bitola-Prilep road in Yugoslavia. The Luftwaffe intercepted them with both Bf-109s and Bf-110s, but heavy cloud cover helped shield the British bombers from attack. "Pat" Pattle claimed damaging a Bf-110 and shooting down a Bf-109, but German combat records put this in dispute.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - Danger lurks in Yugoslavia
"summary_string"=Listen up! Today' we are going to escort Blenheims into Yugoslavia, keeping up our efforts to try and disrupt the German invasion strategy by harassing their vehicle columns. You must make sure to keep any Luftwaffe fighters away from these bombers; they must be protected at all costs!
"objective_string"=On 10 April, ten Blenheims from RAF 11 Squadron attacked German vehicle columns moving along the Bitola-Prilep road. They were escorted by Hawker Hurricanes from RAF 33 Squadron. Over the road, they were intercepted by both Bf-109e & Bf-110c fighters. Heavy cloud cover provided some relief, and "Pat" Pattle reported damaging both a Bf-110 and forcing the Bf-109 pilot to bail out. However, German combat records indicate that two Bf-110s from 7/LG 2 were lost, along with a Bf-109 from Stab/JG 27, but were the result of accidents.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you'll link up with the Blenheims well before they cross into Yugoslavia. Remain on high alert over the target area; the Luftwaffe has gotten wise to RAF tactics of striking Wehrmacht vehicle columns, & are sending fighter protection to cover them. Expect to tangle with them over or near the target!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
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Good evening,
Here is the next mission...actually, it comes before the last post. On 9 April, two Hurricanes from RAF 33 squadron scrambled from Larissa and intercepted a Dornier Do-17z, and the kill was confirmed as it was brought down near Larissa after "Pat" Pattle had shot into the starboard engine, setting it afire.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - Dorniers among the clouds
"summary_string"=To your fighters, gentlemen! Our ground observers have spotted German aircraft in the area, heading toward Larissa. It is unknown whether these are bombers or fighters. You are being sent up with a wingman to find out. You much protect Larisa from being identified or bombed, otherwise we will be forced to retreat!
"objective_string"=On 9 April, two Hurricanes from RAF 33 squadron were scrambled from Larisa with reports of enemy aircraft in the area. Once airborne, Pat Pattle saw a twin-engined aircraft disappearing into the low cloud deck. Believing it to be a Junkers Ju-88, he got a good burst on the starboard engine before it disappeared into the murk. His kill was confirmed and upon seeing the wreck, it was identified as a Dornier Do-17z (U5+B7) piloted by Unteroffizier Ulrich Sonnermann.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off from Larisa, you will fly a patrol about ten miles away from the airbase, looking for any incoming Luftwaffe aircraft. Permission has been granted to bring down any German aircraft you encounter. It is critical you do so before they get the chance to overfly Larissa; if they spot the field we'll be forced to retreat; this will provide the Luftwaffe with aerodromes which put Athens within their range. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
Tomorrow, it looks like I'll be building a new GSL harbor near Volos, Greece.
Good evening,
Here is the next mission...actually, it comes before the last post. On 9 April, two Hurricanes from RAF 33 squadron scrambled from Larissa and intercepted a Dornier Do-17z, and the kill was confirmed as it was brought down near Larissa after "Pat" Pattle had shot into the starboard engine, setting it afire.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - Dorniers among the clouds
"summary_string"=To your fighters, gentlemen! Our ground observers have spotted German aircraft in the area, heading toward Larissa. It is unknown whether these are bombers or fighters. You are being sent up with a wingman to find out. You much protect Larisa from being identified or bombed, otherwise we will be forced to retreat!
"objective_string"=On 9 April, two Hurricanes from RAF 33 squadron were scrambled from Larisa with reports of enemy aircraft in the area. Once airborne, Pat Pattle saw a twin-engined aircraft disappearing into the low cloud deck. Believing it to be a Junkers Ju-88, he got a good burst on the starboard engine before it disappeared into the murk. His kill was confirmed and upon seeing the wreck, it was identified as a Dornier Do-17z (U5+B7) piloted by Unteroffizier Ulrich Sonnermann.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off from Larisa, you will fly a patrol about ten miles away from the airbase, looking for any incoming Luftwaffe aircraft. Permission has been granted to bring down any German aircraft you encounter. It is critical you do so before they get the chance to overfly Larissa; if they spot the field we'll be forced to retreat; this will provide the Luftwaffe with aerodromes which put Athens within their range. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
Tomorrow, it looks like I'll be building a new GSL harbor near Volos, Greece.
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Good evening,
Another GSL harbor was required for this campaign...this time in Volos, Greece. During mid-April, Ju-88s from Fliegerkorps X (based in Sicily) attempted to lay mines in the harbor in order to block the port. So, I figured I'd build it tonight.
Good evening,
Another GSL harbor was required for this campaign...this time in Volos, Greece. During mid-April, Ju-88s from Fliegerkorps X (based in Sicily) attempted to lay mines in the harbor in order to block the port. So, I figured I'd build it tonight.
watchdog22
Piston Broke
This is looking bloody marvellous! cant wait
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Good evening!
Watchdog...thanks for the support! Anyway, here is the next mission..."Pat" Pattle's little early-morning adventure.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - Dreifingers over Volos
"summary_string"=Attention, pilots! Coastal spotters in the west have observed unidentified aircraft coming into Greece from a southwesterly direction at low altitude. If they were coming from Sicily, then these aircraft are likely Ju-88s or He-111s from Fliegerkorps X. You are being sent out to find out, and if they are enemy aircraft, you must destroy them!
"objective_string"=On the morning of 11 April, 1941. "Pat" Pattle took off from Larissa after breakfast. Once in the air, he was vectored toward a number of unidentified enemy aircraft flying low near the Port of Volos. The aircraft were identified as Ju-88s & He-111s. They were trying to drop mines at the entrance to the harbor area. Attacking at once, he claimed one of each bomber type before the standby flight of Hurricanes reached the area. Further evaluation revealed the formation consisted of Ju-88s, with two losses coming from 7 Staffel & 8 Staffel of III/KG 30.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, you will fly a southeasterly course to reach the port city of Volos. Your job is to try and prevent enemy aircraft from bombing the port or dropping mines near the harbor entrance. Once you find enemy aircraft, radio back to your base, & a standby flight of Hawker Hurricanes will be dispatched to your location. Take down as many of the enemy aircraft that you can! Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
Good evening!
Watchdog...thanks for the support! Anyway, here is the next mission..."Pat" Pattle's little early-morning adventure.
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs R.A. - Dreifingers over Volos
"summary_string"=Attention, pilots! Coastal spotters in the west have observed unidentified aircraft coming into Greece from a southwesterly direction at low altitude. If they were coming from Sicily, then these aircraft are likely Ju-88s or He-111s from Fliegerkorps X. You are being sent out to find out, and if they are enemy aircraft, you must destroy them!
"objective_string"=On the morning of 11 April, 1941. "Pat" Pattle took off from Larissa after breakfast. Once in the air, he was vectored toward a number of unidentified enemy aircraft flying low near the Port of Volos. The aircraft were identified as Ju-88s & He-111s. They were trying to drop mines at the entrance to the harbor area. Attacking at once, he claimed one of each bomber type before the standby flight of Hurricanes reached the area. Further evaluation revealed the formation consisted of Ju-88s, with two losses coming from 7 Staffel & 8 Staffel of III/KG 30.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, you will fly a southeasterly course to reach the port city of Volos. Your job is to try and prevent enemy aircraft from bombing the port or dropping mines near the harbor entrance. Once you find enemy aircraft, radio back to your base, & a standby flight of Hawker Hurricanes will be dispatched to your location. Take down as many of the enemy aircraft that you can! Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
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Good afternoon,
I just wanted to let you know there is nothing wrong; I've been entranced by this book about the Balkans, and have only read about one-third of the book, yet there is a lot more I might be able to do with this campaign; including the FAA, the Germans, and the Italians.
I'm sorting though the material and making a list...it's really interesting to see the possibilities.
Good afternoon,
I just wanted to let you know there is nothing wrong; I've been entranced by this book about the Balkans, and have only read about one-third of the book, yet there is a lot more I might be able to do with this campaign; including the FAA, the Germans, and the Italians.
I'm sorting though the material and making a list...it's really interesting to see the possibilities.
Some additional reference material: -
Official RAAF history WW2 - Greece, Syria, and the Western Desert
http://www.awm.gov.au/collection/records/awmohww2/air/vol3/awmohww2-air-vol3-ch4.pdf
Official RAAF history WW2 - Greece, Syria, and the Western Desert
http://www.awm.gov.au/collection/records/awmohww2/air/vol3/awmohww2-air-vol3-ch4.pdf
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Seagull V,
Thanks, I already have that....and I know about that wonderful site. I was also using this: http://surfcity.kund.dalnet.se/commonwealth.htm
But, it turns out they're using materials ripped out of the source I'm reading now, with the notable exception of events which occurred prior to the RAF moving to Greece.
Seagull V,
Thanks, I already have that....and I know about that wonderful site. I was also using this: http://surfcity.kund.dalnet.se/commonwealth.htm
But, it turns out they're using materials ripped out of the source I'm reading now, with the notable exception of events which occurred prior to the RAF moving to Greece.
Blood_Hawk23
Charter Member
How goes it Rami. Still reading?
So, does the book alter any of your previous missions? I've found that after reading from another source, that it changes my approach.
So, does the book alter any of your previous missions? I've found that after reading from another source, that it changes my approach.
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Blood_Hawk23,
Actually, yes. I'm now up to page 324. One of the things that has been most helpful is it has given me insight into events after April 20th, known as the "Battle of Athens." Also, there are many Greek missions and Italian missions I was not aware of, and am thinking about possible doing the Italian side.
In addition, the Greek missions might have to be placed under the "British" flag, but they would offer combat with Mb-151s and PZL P-24s; aircraft that do not get a lot of play in CFS2.
I'll post a list of my mission log when finished.
Blood_Hawk23,
Actually, yes. I'm now up to page 324. One of the things that has been most helpful is it has given me insight into events after April 20th, known as the "Battle of Athens." Also, there are many Greek missions and Italian missions I was not aware of, and am thinking about possible doing the Italian side.
In addition, the Greek missions might have to be placed under the "British" flag, but they would offer combat with Mb-151s and PZL P-24s; aircraft that do not get a lot of play in CFS2.
I'll post a list of my mission log when finished.
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Hey guys,
Skylane is one hundred percent right; this guy is nothing short of a prolific author for those interested in CFS2 and mission building.
Here is a listing of his books: http://books.stonebooks.com/author/14609/
And skylane...thanks for the support!
Hey guys,
Skylane is one hundred percent right; this guy is nothing short of a prolific author for those interested in CFS2 and mission building.
Here is a listing of his books: http://books.stonebooks.com/author/14609/
And skylane...thanks for the support!