The story
GERMANY, FRANCE
42 Blenheims, Wellingtons and Whitleys to Mannheim and many other cities but less than half reached their targets. 1 Blenheim and 1 Wellington lost. 20 Hampdens attempted interceptions of Germany bombers over Birmingham without success.
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1 Blenheim to Emden turned back.
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DUISBURG
15 Hampdens and Whitleys; the force was recalled. One aircraft did not receive signal and bombed Duisburg. No losses.
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