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Against what type of British aircraft did Schnaufer claim most of his victories?

  • Fighters

  • Bombers

  • Reconnaissance planes

  • Transport planes

Answer

Bombers, primarily the four-engine Avro Lancaster, were Schnaufer's preferred target. Known as the "Lancaster Schreck" (Lancaster Terror), he developed tactics specifically tailored to intercept and engage these heavy bombers. His exceptional skill and strategic approach allowed him to achieve remarkable success against the formidable British bombers.
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