Air recon and carpet bombing question

[Dog Soldier]

I think it is a valid use of level bombers in WW2 to hit suspected targets or as VM suggests crossroads where the enemy is likely to be or need to use. Only in Operation Cobra and Goodwood were carpet bombers ever used extensively in close support of the front lines. And as pointed out here they did cause casualties and disruption to some friendly units.

Using them to hit areas of suspected enemy concentration just behind the front was a valid use in WW2, especially right before an offensive begins.

Dog Soldier