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On this day in history, Jan. 27, 1943, US Eighth Air Force launches bombing offensive over Nazi Germany
The U.S. Eight Air Force attacked the port of Wilhelmshaven, Germany, on this day in history, Jan. 27, 1943, marking the start of the American bombing offensive in Europe in World War II.
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RAF Bomber Command suffered an astounding 44.4% death rate in the war, 55.572 KIA.
Let us never forget these brave men of the RAF and USAAF who gave all.