Hey guys,
I've been mulling over what to do about a series of miscellaneous missions I have in the ETO. An idea that I had for the ones from 1943 onto the end of the war were to add them to campaigns already in existence, rather than build an entirely new campaign.
For example...
"title_string"=Mosquito Squadron - Lancasters over Peenemünde
"summary_string"=To your fighters, chaps! Though the actual mission occurred during the night, you have been asked to take part in a morning long-distance bombing raid on the Peenemünde V2 manufacturing facilities in Northern Germany. Your task is to provide escort for these Lancasters, with support from American fighters, and ensure that these bombers return to their bases safely!
"objective_string"=British attacks on strategic targets during the war included the German research & development plant at Peenemünde, which was attacked in "Operation Hydra" the night of 17/18 August, 1943. This was immediately following the first American strike on Schweinfurt. It was from here at Peenemünde that their V2 "vengeance" rockets were manufactured that would have a terrorizing effect on the British citizens.
"intelligence_string"=Because of its extreme strategic importance to the German war effort, the Peenemünde research and development complex is very heavily defended. As you approach the target, you should expect fierce flak & Luftwaffe fighters, so concentrate on the fighters first. Make sure to draw them away from the bombers, & then remain with them during their withdrawal across The Reich and the North Sea to ensure the Germans do not pursue them!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=DeHavilland Mosquito Mk. IV
"airfield_string"=England - Methwold
(Right now, this is just a single mission, I could also add it to "Royal Canadian Air Force")
"title_string"=Royal Canadian Air Force - Fireworks over Lower Saxony
"summary_string"=Listen up, chap! Your orders are to provide escort for a RAF daylight bombing strike on an industrial munitions manufacturing complex close to Bremen in Northern Germany. You could undoubtedly come under assault from Luftwaffe fighters, as this is an important industrial area. If Jerry fighters do appear, clear them up so the Lancasters can get on with their work and get back to base.
"objective_string"=During the Summer and Fall of 1943, the period in which the American 8th Air Force sustained heavy losses with their bombers, the British participated in daylight bombing, and encountered many of the same problems. At this time, US P-47s and British Spitfires lacked the range to escort bombers deep into Germany. By the end of 1943 & into 1944, US P-38s & P-51s equipped with drop tanks were able to provide these bombers protection to the target and back to areas throughout the Third Reich.
"intelligence_string"=Lancasters based at Coningsby have already taken off ahead of you, and you should rendezvous with them over the North Sea. Once you have caught up to them, stick with them to the target and back. As you near the target area, draw off any Luftwaffe fighters, but remember not to leave the Lancasters unguarded and vulnerable. Once you get back over the North Sea, the bombers will turn for home and you can return to Hornchurch. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Supermarine Spitfire Mk. IXc
"airfield_string"=England - Hornchurch
(Right now, I have you flying a Spitfire, which oddly enough can get to Bremen and back when equipped with a drop tank. I can easily swap out a Hawker Typhoon)
"title_string"=Spitfire Offensive - Softening the ground at Calais!
"summary_string"=To your Spitfires, chaps! Your orders today are to soften up the German airfield at Calais. Make sure to destroy as much of the enemy infrastructure as possible. Your specific target is the field control tower. If German aircraft attempt to get airborne, engage them and keep them busy so the Mosquitoes can attack and escape. Good luck!
"objective_string"=It is now D-day plus two, & the Allied forces have gained and held onto a tenacious beachhead in the Normandy sector. To keep up the ruse and prevent reinforcements from being directed into the area, Allied fighters & fighter-bombers were instructed to continue assaulting targets in the Pas-de-Calais sector, thus keeping Hitler totally convinced that the Normandy landings were merely a diversion.
"intelligence_string"=During this rhubarb sortie, you will be assisted by DeHavilland Mosquitoes, who will be loaded down with bombs & rockets. After you make your strike, keep the Axis aircraft off of these Mosquitoes so they can escape the carnage. After that, feel free to tangle with 'em until you run out of ammunition, then break off and make a run for Kent. Once you clear the coast, continue back to Hornchurch.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Supermarine Spitfire Mk. IXc
"airfield_string"=England - Hornchurch
(Because you are already flying a Spitfire, this would be perfect for the "Spitfire Offensive" campaign, but could also easily be swapped out for a Typhoon for the RCAF campaign)
"title_string"=Battle for Europe (Allied) - Mustang escort to Peenemünde
"summary_string"=To your Mustangs, chaps! The Yankees are sending their bombers over The Reich today, and you have been asked to take part in a morning long-distance bombing raid on the Peenemünde V2 manufacturing plant in Northern Germany. Your task is to provide escort for the Lancasters, with some support from American fighters, and ensure that these bombers return to their bases safely! (This mission will use Lancasters rather than American B-17s to minimize extra downloads)
"objective_string"=British attacks on strategic targets during the war included the German research & development plant at Peenemünde, which was heavily attacked by 8th Air Force B-17 bombers on 18 July 1944. This was the first time that the research facility had been attacked in eleven months, and the first time that it was ever attacked in daylight. It was from here at Peenemünde that their V2 "vengeance" rockets were manufactured that would have a terrorizing effect on the British citizens.
"intelligence_string"=Because of its extreme strategic importance to the German war effort, the Peenemünde research and development complex is very heavily defended. As you approach the target, you should expect fierce flak & Luftwaffe fighters, so concentrate on the fighters first. Make sure to draw them away from the bombers, & then remain with them during their withdrawal across The Reich and the North Sea to ensure the Germans do not pursue them!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=North American P-51c Mustang
"airfield_string"=England - Hornchurch
My thoughts on this one would be either to include it for Battle for Europe, (and make a German Peenemünde defense mission) or have you fly it in a P-38 as part of the 20th Fighter Group campaign.
What are your thoughts on this?
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