Issue Regulations: Operation Tidal Wave
Otis Willie PIO The American War Library
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Authorized For Army Air Force Service in the European, African, Middle-Eastern Theater During the Mission Period: 1 August 1943 To 3 August 1943. Operation Tidal Wave involved a commitment of one hundred seventy eight B-24 Liberator heavy
bombers on a twenty-four hundred mile round trip flight to conduct low-level attack on the Ploesti Oil fields in Romania operated by Germany to fuel its continental war machine. Although this essential operation was one of the most costly
in terms of aircraft and crew members lost by the United States Army Air Forces during the strategic bombing campaign over Europe its necessity was most urgent. Among the heroism displayed the Mission resulted in the award of five Medals of
Honor. Service During this Missions Period was instrumental in the Overall Success of our Victory over Axis Forces
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NOTE: Eligible personnel should ensure this Service Period acknowledgment is listed on your current 201A Military Award Report: http://www.amervets.com/201areq.htm (or... amervets.com/201a)
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