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The revolutionary P-38 Lightning was invaluable in the American war effort in World War Two, serving with distinction in all theaters. This War Department film shows American factory workers the results of their hard work.

Led by Majors Cleven and Egan, the 100th Bomb Group arrives in England and joins the 8th Air Force's campaign against Nazi Germany.

The group participates in its largest mission to date - the bombing of vital aircraft manufacturing plants deep within Germany.

Here's the story of B-17 ball gunner Maynard H. Smith's efforts to save his damaged and burning plane and crew members.