The Flying Tigers
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From their bases in western China, one of the most famous military units in history, the Flying Tigers, changed the course of the Second World War.
Sous-titres: English
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S01:E01 - Origins: The Tigers Swoop
The USS President Garfield was heading to China. Aftrer eight years of warfare the Flying Tigers, would be the most famous squadron in the history of aerial warfare.
S01:E02 - Battle Over China: The Tigers Swipe
In 1941, a motley dressed group of Americans sailed across the Pacific. The American Volunteer Group entered the war through the backdoor, literally.
S01:E03 - Over the Hump: The Tigers Roar
From early 1942, the Hump Route over the Himalayas was the only channel for supplies to reach China. Also known infamously as the Aluminum Alley, it had many crashed planes below.
S01:E04 - Endgame: The Tigers Warriors
In April 1943, two American generals had the same goal, to drive Japan out of China. General Chennault wanted more plans, but General Stilwell wanted equipment for the infantry.