The German Air Force high command attached great importance to this strategic bombing campaign. Field Marshal Albert Kesselring remained in his office, waiting for the results of the bombing. This was the first round of strategic bombing launched by the German Air Force during the war. If it succeeded, it would greatly elevate the German Air Force's influence and standing. It would even bring enormous benefits to him personally.
Although Field Marshal Albert Kesselring was already an Air Marshal, he still wanted to be promoted once more. Nothing could be better than becoming an Imperial Marshal. Field Marshal Albert Kesselring believed that if the Imperial Air Force could render enough merit in this war, then he would certainly get his wish.
"Your Excellency, the formation has taken off. It will soon cross our controlled zone and enter Russian-controlled territory," a major general reported to Field Marshal Albert Kesselring.
"Mm! Are the escort fighters ready?" Field Marshal Albert Kesselring asked.
"Besides five hundred long-range fighters, Your Excellency Milch has also transferred one FW-190 Fighter Group each from the 2nd Air Group and 3rd Air Group to handle the initial escort," the major general reported.
"Then there should be no major problem. Report the results to me once the bombing is over!" Field Marshal Albert Kesselring said.
"Yes, Your Excellency." The major general promptly withdrew from the office.
"Attention, attention. We are about to enter Buru-controlled territory. Bombers, maintain an altitude of ten thousand meters. Fighters, remain alert to the surroundings and provide cover!" The voice of the Commander directing this operation came through the headphones.
The enormous formation flew through the skies above ten thousand meters. Though they were above the clouds, the tremendous roar still reached the ground. In particular, some parts of their route lacked cloud cover, allowing the