Operation Desert Blitz
- "...You've gotta kidding me, they've got a battleship."
- ― AWACS Thunderhead[1]
Operation Desert Blitz was an operation that focused on destroying Yuktobanian forces in the southern Jilachi Desert.[1] It was conducted concurrently with Operation Desert Arrow, which focused on the northern desert.[2]
Prelude
After rescuing Nagase from Glubina, Wardog Squadron continued to support the Osean Army's offensive. Eventually, the Osean Army began preparations to destroy Yuktobanian forces at the Jilachi Desert in a decisive battle.[1]
Battle
On November 25, Wardog Squadron was sent to the southern region of the Jilachi Desert to provide close air support to the 2nd and 3rd Tank Battalions. These units had very important roles in the operation; the 2nd Tank Battalion's mission was to capture an airfield, while the 3rd Tank Battalion's mission was to occupy a Yuktobanian oil facility. With Wardog Squadron's support, both units completed their objectives.[1]
Wardog Squadron then received an assignment to destroy naval units in the desert's river, including the Yuktobanian battleship Upor. With their destruction, the Yuktobanian forces in the Jilachi Desert no longer posed a threat.[1]
Result
With the success of Operation Desert Blitz and Operation Desert Arrow, the Jilachi Desert fell under Osean control. As a result, the Osean Army began preparations to conquer Cruik Fortress.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Mission 16B: "Desert Lightning", Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War.
- ↑ Mission 16A: "Desert Arrow", Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War.
Footnotes
- ↑ Only if the player chooses Mission 16B: "Desert Lightning."