During the Marianas Operation, TBM Avenger bombers prepare to take off from the Independence-class light aircraft carrier USS Monterey (CVL-26) to attack targets on Tinian, June 1944. (Official U.S. Navy Photograph.)

TBM Avengers Prepare for Takeoff

October 11, 2018

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During the Marianas Operation, TBM Avenger bombers prepare to take off from the Independence-class light aircraft carrier USS Monterey (CVL-26) to attack targets on Tinian, June 1944. (Official U.S. Navy Photograph.)

During the Marianas Operation, TBM Avenger bombers prepare to take off from the Independence-class light aircraft carrier USS Monterey (CVL-26) to attack targets on Tinian, June 1944. (Official U.S. Navy Photograph.) — (Official U.S. Navy Photograph.)

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North American B-25 Mitchells from the 42nd Bombardment Group fly in formation over Bougainville from their base at Stirling Airfield, Solomon Islands in 1944. (U.S. Air Force Photograph.)

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