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Republic P-47D Thunderbolt
Republic’s big Thunderbolt was best known for its ground attack and close support work. So after the jump, a colorful example from the 9th Air Force.
M8 Greyhound
This light armored car saw extensive use across Europe in World War II, mainly with reconnaissance and cavalry units. After the jump, a brief look at the M8 Greyhound.
Nakajima A6M2-N Rufe
One of the more dangerous float planes ever built (!), the Rufe was Japan’s solution to having far flung bases on tiny islands. After the jump, a look at the float Zero.
Jagdpanzer 38(t) Hetzer
The Germans were masters of retasking obsolete equipment. The Hetzer is one excellent example of an outdated tank chassis finding new life as a tank destroyer. After the jump, a late war tank hunter.
Grumman XF5F-1 Skyrocket
The Grumman Skyrocket is a radical looking twin with significant pros and cons as a potential fighter. In the years before World War II it was one of the more interesting designs considered in a rapidly expanding and modernizing fleet. … Continue reading
The Best Airplane of World War II
We’ve already looked at several candidates for the worst aircraft of World War II, so what about the other side of the question? What aircraft really stand out for excellence and overall impact? After the jump, another of my pointless … Continue reading
Fairey Swordfish Mk I
Looking like a relic from the previous war, the Fairey Swordfish proved to be a good weapon for a variety of missions. It served from the first day of World War II to the last and outlasted its replacement. After … Continue reading
The Worst Airplane of World War II
This is one of those discussions I’ve found myself in many times over the years. Its a favorite topic among war gamers, model builders and amateur historians. So as someone who fits all three categories, its come up before(!). Join … Continue reading
Programming Note
I am starting to run low on completed models, and the three a week schedule I’ve been posting is seriously cutting into my modeling time! So I’ll be trying a two a week schedule for a while. Expect posts on … Continue reading
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North American P-51B Mustang
The first Merlin engined version of North American’s supurb fighter, The “B” model of the Mustang would provide a shock to German leadership and garuntee the effectiveness of the American Strategic Bombing offensive. After the jump, a look at an … Continue reading
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