Roger Gene Miller's history of this event details the complex block and ladder system used during it that initially gave low priority to Yorks.  Jake Schuffert created popular uncensored cartoons for the Task Force Times, a paper written for members of this operation.  It was preceded by the Gatow Disaster, and coal was a k
Roger Gene Miller's history of this event details the complex block and ladder system used during it that initially gave low priority to Yorks.  Jake Schuffert created popular uncensored cartoons for the Task Force Times, a paper written for members of this operation.  It was preceded by the Gatow Disaster, and coal was a key component of its so-called "Easter Parade."  One commander of this operation, sometimes known as "Willie the Whip," had earlier made journeys across the Hump in Asia more efficient.  Gail Halvorsen became known as The Chocolate Uncle during this event, which was supported by Ernst Reuter. Officially designated as Operation Vittles, it was overseen by "Tonnage" Tunner, but the man most responsible for it was Lucius D. Clay.  For 10 points, name this operation that relieved residents of a city blockaded by the Soviets following World War II.
Roger Gene Miller's history of this event details the complex block and ladder system used during it that initially gave low priority to Yorks.  
Berlin Air Lift [or Berlin Blockade; accept Operation Vittles before mentioned]