Robinson then destroyed an accidentally launched torpedo, and Thorpe was rescued by an American submarine. Robinson then destroyed the gun towers and cargo hatch on the ship while Teach and Milo covered him from enemy fighters. Robinson, Teach, Milo, and Marguerite flew a rescue mission, sinking several ships escorting the 'hellship' that was holding several POW's (including Thorpe). Both the train and ships escaped, but Thorpe was shot down and captured. Robinson and Teach flew to protect an evacuation train while Milo and Thorpe flew to protect the evacuation ships. They flew where needed, destroying artillery positions, bridges, and oil refineries. The pilots then shot down numerous attacking bombers and sunk several enemy ships that were attacking the evacuation fleet. He quickly dispatched the bombers attacking the airfield, allowing his squadron mates to take off. Robinson was the only pilot able to get into a different plane and take off in time. Low on fuel, the squadron flew the planes to Rangoon, making it right as the Japanese began their invasion of the city. They flew the planes on the deck through the nearby canyon in order to avoid AA fire, and then assisted with the escape of the remaining participants. Robinson and Milo both landed at the base and stole two prototype planes. The squadron then linked up with the Flying Tigers and assaulted a hidden airbase in China.
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