"The Bloody Hundredth" Multi-cache
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The above coordinates are for the entrance to the 100th Bomb Group Memorial.
This cache is placed close to a memorial for the 100th Bomb Group which operated in this area from 1943-1945. Because of their incredibly high losses during this time, they were nick named "The Bloody Hundredth." Dispite its reputation, the 100th still earned an enviable record during its time in England. It lead the bombing of Rujkan, Norway, which delayed the manufacture of heavy water for the German atomic bomb, stiffened Norwegian underground resistance, and earned the Group citations by the Norway government-in-exile, and the British. It participated in all three 8th AF shuttle missions, twice to Russia and once to Africa. For its part in the liberation of France and for mercy missions dropping food to the French Resistance, the 100th was awarded the French Croix de Guerre twice. For dropping food to Warsaw the Group earned a special medal from the Polish Government in exile. It received two Presidential Citations. In spite of its losses, the 100th never once went off operations. As Jimmy Doolittle once said, "The 100th was always ready."You will have to do a little research to find the final coordinates to the cache. Not to worry, all of the answers can be found at the 100th Bomb Group's web page www.100thbg.com.The final cache coordinates are 52 DB.BAE North 001 ED.CBB East. The questions are below:1. The 100th Bomb Group flew its first mission on June 25, 19AB.2. The Group is credited for how many sorties? The second number in this number is C.3. The average life of a B-17 bomber crew was how many missions? This number minus 9 = D. (Just as a side note, the life expectancy of a bomber crew was less than that of an infantry man on the ground!)4. How many squadrons were in the 100th Bomb Group? This number minus 3 = E.You should have all you need now for the coordinates. Good hunting!There is ample parking at the memorial site which is open on Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holidays from 10am to 5pm (4:30 in Winter). In May - Sep they are also open on Wednesdays at the same time. Closed Nov, Dec, and Jan.There is also a parking place for one very small vehicle at 52 23.225N 001 12.225E.The area can be muddy if it has been raining, so Wellies would be advised.Original contents of the cache were:Cool Sun Glitter StickersB&Q Tape MeasureParrot Water ToyAustralia Key ChainTropical Fish ErasersLanyardLog Book/Pencil/Sharpener
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