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What was the average age of the bomber crew members mentioned?
Which crew member was the oldest and what was his profession?
What was the maximum distance the B-24 Liberator was capable of flying while delivering bombs?
What was the crew's primary concern while training for combat missions?
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Which of the following describes the B-24 Liberator's specifications?
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What was the crew's destination after Dow Field?
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What did the crew do after being assigned to the new B-24J?
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How did the crew feel about their impending combat experience?
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What was the main reason for the delay in taking off from Dow Field?
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What did Tim suggest about Luke's knowledge of success principles?
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What was Luke's most desired wish at the moment of discussion with Tim?
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How long did the crew calculate their estimated time of arrival (ETA) to Dow Field?
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What role did Hank serve during the flight to Maine?
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What did Bob Lally emphasize to the crew regarding their behavior in Kansas City?
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What was playing on the jukebox while Luke was at the officers' club?
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Study Notes
The B-24 Liberator Crew
- The crew of the B-24 Liberator was a diverse group of young men from various backgrounds.
- The crew consisted of a pilot, copilot, navigator, engineer, radio man, and four gunners.
- The average age of the crew was 23, with only the pilot, Bob Lally, being married.
- The B-24 Liberator was a powerful bomber capable of carrying over five tons of bombs for over 1,300 miles.
- The crew trained rigorously for months before being assigned to combat duty.
- The crew’s morale was high, though they were disappointed that the war might end before they saw action.
- The crew was assigned a brand new B-24J in Kansas City and headed to England.
- The crew’s first flight to Maine was interrupted by an engine malfunction, delaying their departure to England.
- The crew was placed on combat orders and confined to the base until the engine was repaired.
Tim Ward's Challenge
- Tim Ward, the copilot, challenged the bombardier, Luke, to use his “success principles” and visit his girlfriend in Boston.
- Ward argued that Luke, being confined to the base for several days, could take a train to Boston and see his girlfriend without anyone noticing.
- Hank, the navigator, warned Luke against this plan due to the strict security measures at the base and the potential consequences of getting caught.
- Tim bet a hundred dollars that Luke wouldn't be able to visit his girlfriend,
- Luke accepted Tim's bet and said he would try.
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Explore the diverse crew of the B-24 Liberator, consisting of young men from various backgrounds. This quiz provides insights into their roles, training, and experiences as they prepared for combat missions during WWII. Discover the challenges they faced, including engine malfunctions and the anticipation of battle.
