Legends: Jacobs
Jacobs Campaign Heats Up! Deadly Skies, Epic Duels, and Aces Collide!
Last week’s game was nothing short of thrilling—or should we say lethal—with the skies littered with aircraft debris and daring maneuvers. This week, we’re raising the stakes as the Jacobs Campaign soars to new heights! Get ready for an explosive showdown as two legendary aces face off in an unforgettable battle of skill, speed, and survival. Will the skies belong to Jacobs and his black triplane, or will "Taffy" Jones and his S.E.5 claim the glory?
Join us to witness the chaos, the carnage, and the clash of titans in the war-torn skies. Don't miss out—this is one for the history books!
Game time December 12, 2024 at 7 pm est
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Legends: Jacobs
Mission 6
Boreas in the House
12 April 1918
Jacobs led his flight on a dawn patrol, arriving at the front near Merville within minutes. In the distance, they noticed airbursts from friendly anti-aircraft fire (Archie) and spotted a squadron of R.A.F. S.E.5s approaching their position. Initially, it seemed the S.E.5s had not detected them, as they continued their approach while maintaining altitude.
Flying his famous black Fokker Dr.I triplane, Jacobs took the lead and initiated the attack. He dove in on the right flank of the "V" formation, selecting the last S.E.5 as his target. Utilizing short bursts from his guns and the maneuverability of his triplane, Jacobs quickly gained the upper hand. His chosen opponent turned out to be none other than future ace Ira "Taffy" Jones.
Realizing the peril he faced, Jones employed all his skill to evade the relentless attacks of Jacobs, a highly skilled and lethal ace. For several tense minutes, the two danced through the sky, with Jones narrowly avoiding the fire from Jacobs and his wingmates. Finally, leveraging the superior speed of the S.E.5, Jones managed to break free and escape over his lines near the Forest of Nieppe.
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Next Mission: Wings of Glory WWII - - 7 pm est December 12th, 2024
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We are back this week with a return to our Legends Jacobs campaign. We has a good mix of planes this week and should be a lot of fun. Join us on Twitch or YouTube Thursday night at 7pm est to catch the live broadcast of the game.
Game time December 5, 2024 at 7 pm est
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Legends: Jacobs
Mission 5
New Command: Jasta 7
Jasta 7 was based at Wynendaeleveld, Belgium, where Jacobs faced a new adversary: British pilots from the Royal Flying Corps and the Royal Naval Air Service. Upon his arrival at Jasta 7, Jacobs was suffering from influenza and unable to immediately lead his men in the air. He resumed flying on August 16, witnessing Oberflugmeister Kurt Schoenfelder achieve his second victory.Jacobs reportedly scored his first victory with Jasta 7 on August 20. Leading a flight of four Albatros aircraft against eight Sopwith Pups of 54 Squadron, Jacobs fired on a Pup that disappeared, with Jastamate Kettle as a witness. However, 54 Squadron’s records confirm the engagement but report no losses. Despite being credited with the victory, modern research suggests that this claim was likely unfounded.The following day, August 21, Jacobs led a mixed group from Jasta 7 and Jasta 6 against a formation of Spad VIIs (that were later replaced with Sopwith Dolphins) from 19 Squadron and RAF RE8s from 7 Squadron. During the fight, damage to his engine forced Jacobs to return to his home airfield. While landing, he failed to see another aircraft also attempting to land. Both planes weredamaged: Jacobs’ aircraft lost its landing gear, but Lt. Kurst’s plane crashed hard, disintegrating and trapping Kurst in the wreckage.After exiting his own plane, Jacobs attempted to free Kurst but was unable to do so alone. With the help of a local farmer’s wife, they managed to extricate Kurst, who was relatively unharmed but left without his shoes.
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Next Mission: Wings of Glory WWII - - 7 pm est December 12th, 2024
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This week we are continuing the Jacobs Campaign with Mission 2. We are breaking out another little used aircraft to go with some Voisins. I hope everyone will enjoy all of the carnage as Team Jacobs works to shot me down!
Game time August 22, 2024 at 7 pm est
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Legends: Jacobs
Mission 2
Third Before the Second
23 January 1917
Vauxsous-Laon
Jacobs was re-assigned to Jasta 22 at Vauxsous-Laon on 18 January 1917. Whenever there was a break in the typical minter weather, Jacobs would take flight in his Halberstadt D.II. On 23 January, Jacobs and wingman Lt Rohr spotted a French Caudron directing artillery fire from behind its own lines. While crossing over "No Mans's Land" Jacobs spotted another craft taking Anti-Aircraft fire far above them. During this approach the enemy aircraft began to turn so that the observer could open fire upon him. Jacobs maneuvered around to avoid the incoming fire and work into position behind the Caudron and fire on him. At some point during this exchange, the French gunner managed to sever the lead support wires on Jacobs' Halberstadt. With the Caudron turning and losing altitude and with the Halberstadt vibrating badly, Jacobs chose not to pursue and returned home and claimed credit for the Caudron. On 6 April Jacobs shot at and claimed credit for a French Balloon which was approved on 20 April to become his Second confirmed victory. On 21 April his victory claim of the Caudron from 23 January was confirmed to become his third victory even though it happened before his "Second".
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Next Mission: Tirpods and Triplanes WWI - - 7 pm est August 29, 2024
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Hello everyone! with the completion of our last two campaigns, it's time to start anew! This week we are starting a New Legends series with Josef Jacobs (no known relation). We are trying a few things different with this series. First it should not have as many missions, I hope, and the big change is our rules for Respawning after losing you aircraft. We general have a 3 hour time limit on our game session and do not allow respawns in the last hour. In addition to that we are also adding penalties to the downed player depending on the time they lose air worthiness. I hope everyone will enjoy this new campaign as much as we do playing them!
Game time August 15, 2024 at 7 pm est
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Legends: Jacobs
Mission 1
Birth of a Legend!
12 May 1916
Soissons-Laon
On 7 May, Josef Jacobs was transferred from FS11 to Fokkerstaffel West. Prior to this transfer, Jacobs had one unconfirmed kill, reportedly a Caudron G.3, though some records suggest it may have been a Voisin III. Upon his arrival at Le Beaux Ferme, he found the squadron equipped with three Fokkers, one Pfalz, and a Morane Parasol. While having supper on 12 May, the sound of anti-aircraft fire rang out. Jacobs quickly manned his Fokker E.III and headed towards the explosions. On his way, he spotted a Caudron heading towards Laon. Dodging anti-aircraft fire, Jacobs fired two bursts into the Caudron, causing it to crash near Bourguignon Wood, southwest of Laon. Upon landing, Jacobs drove to the crash site, where troops and cavalry were already searching for the escaped crew. The wreckage was sufficient for Jacobs to claim the victory, though the anti-aircraft crews also submitted a counterclaim. However, an inspection of the Caudron revealed bullet damage to one of the engines, not shell damage from anti-aircraft fire. The Caudron, from Escadrille C30, had its pilot later found and taken prisoner. This victory marked the first for Fokkerstaffel West.
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Next Mission: Wings of Glory WWI1 - Mission 2 - 7 pm est August 22, 2024
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