Guys
Possibly one simple alternative is a sinking in stages? Bismarck is a long way from home and already damaged by POW. If say the historical rudder hit or another one instead slows it dramatically, then there might well be time for a new strike, on an already slowed target. before the RN big ships get close. Under those circumstances the FAA could complete the task and, while I'm doubtful it would save Force Z it would have an impact on how carriers were viewed in Britain and elsewhere.
Steve
Possibly one simple alternative is a sinking in stages? Bismarck is a long way from home and already damaged by POW. If say the historical rudder hit or another one instead slows it dramatically, then there might well be time for a new strike, on an already slowed target. before the RN big ships get close. Under those circumstances the FAA could complete the task and, while I'm doubtful it would save Force Z it would have an impact on how carriers were viewed in Britain and elsewhere.
Steve