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The Tragic Heroism of WWII Torpedo Planes
1:19:34 - 1:23:56 (04:22)
Torpedo planes in WWII were the lead blockers for dive bombers, paving the way for victory but with great risk. Despite saying that they scored hits, torpedo planes often failed to explode or run deep, making them susceptible to anti-aircraft and fighter defenses.
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