A Pattern for Joint Operations: World War II Close Air Support, North Africa
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Isolation of the battlefield is the second priority task of the tactical air force. This includes the disruption of enemy lines of communication, the destruction of supply dumps, installations and enemy troop concentrations in rear areas. If the enemy is denied food, ammunition, and reinforcements, swift, aggressive action by the ground forces will put him to rout. B-26’s, shown above blasting enemy railroad lines, were used effectively for this purpose in the North African campaign. |
