Good luck with the war, and have fun!

I’ve been trying to decide on whether to follow your AAR or LST’s. I couldn’t decide, so I am going to follow both and just keep shtum.

Thanks SierraJuliet, it certainly makes one think.



29th April 1942


INDIA/BURMA

B17Es bombed the airfield at Chang Mai and run into heavy flak. All returned to Dacca but two were lost in landing accidents.

Two squadrons of Blenheims made a rare appearance alongside a squadron of Wellingtons ...

Thanks LST - you beat me to it.

Here’s the ‘Doolittle’ squadron:


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I didn't notice the lack of armour

As to what the Allies get out of it, well…. in return for putting two carriers at great risk as well as missing crucial operations in the Coral Sea while they, their escorts ...

The Exeter Cruiser Group also hopes to be in action tomorrow.

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The Japanese patrol is believed to consist of the Light Cruisers Kinu, Kuma and Sendari, the Destroyers Amagiri, Isonami and Murakumo, plus the Torpedo Boat Kiji. The Japanese are known to have a submarine operating ...

The oilers will hang back and be available as needed. There are also reserve oilers available at Adak.

After the raid Mitscher can head either for Adak, Midway or directly east back to the USA as the situation demands.

April 28th 1942


CHINA

The Japanese force that moved SE of Ningsia appears to be the 13th Independent Infantry Rgt. If so, and if it it is the only unit there (as it appears to be) then I think it may be a defensive rather than an offensive move. The Japanese airfield at Ningsia has increased to ...

You did drop a very heavy hint earlier on why it might have been called the ‘Douglas’ salute - a hint which I failed miserably to pick up on…

I’m 100% with you on working for large organisations - Dilbert had it nailed right on.

27th April 1942



CHINA

The Chinese suffered more heavy casualties at Anyang - they’re suffering mostly destroyed rather than disabled squads now.


INDIA/BURMA

The Japanese appear to be advancing both along the Toungoo-Mandalay Road and the Prome-Magwe Road. Most Commonwealth units have ...

Hahahahaha. Good stuff.

Years ago I worked for an aircraft manufacturer of which products happen to be prominently featured in this game. The go-to response to someone trying to blame you for a FUBAR'd situation was called the "Douglas Salute," which was crossed arms in front of your chest with ...

SierraJuliet wrote: Sun Jan 25, 2026 6:58 am I love that rather circular discussion at PANIC HQ.

I’ve worked at places where I’ve been able to closely observe those who practice the arts of circular discussions and responsibility avoidance. I’m pleased to be able to put what I learned to good use

26th April 1942



CHINA

The Chinese suffer heavy losses at Anyang, but still hold out.


INDIA/BURMA

The AVG on LRCAP diverted to intercept Japanese fighter sweeps and got bounced by 28 Oscars. It couldn’t have been worse. The Warhawks were outnumbered, operating at extended range, were set at ...

25th April 1942


Hey, my birthday! :D (not birthyear, of course)


At Konbo (NW of Naypyidaw) the retreating 45th Indian Bde was bombed by Sallys, six of which were claimed as shot down by 2nd AVG Squadron. Now, here is something I hadn’t really paid attention to before. AVG 2nd Squadron’s ...

If you are expecting aerial interference for the invasion, then I suggest using a lot more ship than would otherwise be needed so the units with necessary supplies will unload faster - preferably in one day. You will also need engineers there to build the port and airfield so you might want to ...

The fighting at Anyang:

Ground combat at Anyang (89,43)

Japanese Deliberate attack

Attacking force 24398 troops, 240 guns, 38 vehicles, Assault Value = 1024

Defending force 10191 troops, 58 guns, 0 vehicles, Assault Value = 351

Japanese adjusted assault: 540

Allied adjusted defense: 53 ...

25th April 1942


CHINA

Again the Chinese take heavy casualties at Anyang, but they also show they can dish some out as well as take it.



INDIA/BURMA

The Japanese capture Naypyidaw on the road/railway between Toungoo and Mandalay.

At Konbo (NW of Naypyidaw) the retreating 45th Indian Bde was ...

A very good point. Otherwise, Blackadder might just have to keep his fingers crossed and hope that Hornet runs over a torpedo or something - it makes it look like bad luck rather than poor planning.

24th April 1942



CHINA

The Japanese renewed their assault on the Chinese units surrounded at Anyang, with the Chinese suffering heavy losses.


ABDA

Japanese bombers hit Bandoeng, Tarakan and Iloilo.

Zeros again sweep over Kendari as a Japanese TFs appear nearby. Are the Japanese finally ...

23rd April 1942



INDIA/BURMA

Congratulations to 17th Indian Div for a successful disengagement and retreat with very little loss; previous Allied attempts at such a manoeuvre hadn’t gone well. So far there is no sign that the Japanese have advanced beyond Toungoo.


ABDA

CA Houston and DD ...

Good point about the unit near Ningsia.

I try and make sure that almost all convoys sail with some kind of ASW protection, even if it’s just a converted trawler.

22nd April 1942


CHINA

A Japanese unit has moved southeast of Ningsia. What are the Japanese up to at Ningsia? Are they looking to outflank China’s Lanchow defences? Wanting to advance on Yenan from behind? Or just looking to protect their own flank? Maybe even just easing their supply situation ...