“Target for Today” is a 1944 American documentary film directed by William Keighley. The film provides an in-depth look at the planning and execution of a United States Army Air Forces bombing raid over Nazi Germany. It features real combat footage of B-17 and B-24 bombers, capturing the intensity and dangers faced by the Eighth Air Force. The documentary explains the strategic selection of targets, the preparation of aircrews, and the challenges of aerial warfare. It was produced as a wartime propaganda film to highlight the precision and effectiveness of American bombing campaigns.
Credits:
Director: William Keighley
Production: First Motion Picture Unit
Starring: United States Army Air Forces personnel
Cinematography: Various combat photographers
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