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August 13, 1944 Mission to La Ciotat Gun Positions (Mission #273)
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| 486th | Not assigned to this mission. | |
| 487th | Lead crews were briefed at 06:330 A.M., but the twelve ships didn't takeoff until 08:45 hours. Both patterns covered the target area thoroughly which was again gun positions at pinpoint T-671058 near La Ciotat. Anti-aircraft fire was encountered, but its inaccuracy afforded no opposition and all planes returned safely to the base. Everyone is still looking forward to the invasion of Southern France and many would be strategists are deciding on what beaches the great offensive will begin. Much money has already been lost and more is still pending concerning the big day. |
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| 489th | Not assigned to this mission. |
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