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What two major roles were planned for US air power in Europe?

It would support troops and conduct long-range bombing.

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Why: Aircraft would help troops fighting on the ground while bombers reached distant targets. The two roles linked battlefield operations with a wider air campaign.

Huh, didn't know that: Ground support focuses air power close to friendly land forces.

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Answer: Ground support and long-range bombing. Aircraft would help troops fighting on the ground while bombers reached distant targets. The two roles linked battlefield operations with a wider air campaign.

  1. Journey of Flight Teacher's Guide, chapter 4 www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/2nd_edition_Teachers_Guide_5D3166D76F9B1.pdf
    US air power would be used for supporting ground troops and conducting long-range bombing.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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