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Record 1 2014-04-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Military (General)
CONT

This was perhaps the most famous means of providing air support. A package of fighter-bombers would be kept circling just behind the front. There, they would be immediately available to swoop down upon a target as soon as a forward tentacle called for support. If the ground troops were advancing, the CABRANK could advance with them. The somewhat whimsical name CABRANK presumably arose because of circling aircraft's resemblance to a rank of cabs waiting for customers in front of a London club or hotel.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Militaire (Généralités)

Spanish

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