Summary:
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The Group was briefed to bomb a target in Oranienberg but, because of heavy strato-cumulus clouds, bombed the secondary, a viscose fibre factory in Wittenberge. Strike photos disclosed that the Group's bombing was excellent and the target an important one. The 401st was led by the Deputy Lead, Lt.James R. Locher, flying "Duffy's Tavern", who assumed command when the Lead aircraft was forced to abort due to mechanical problems. Credit for selection of the target went to Lt. J. F. Brown, the bombardier on Lt. Locher's crew.
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