P47 fighter aircraft on the invasion front 1944; Photo; licence article; original: 5740×4315; photographer: unknown; subject to licence; rights: © Historiathek/Bleek/zb Media.
P47 fighter aircraft on the invasion front 1944
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P47 fighter aircraft on the invasion front in 1944 ;Photo; Licence article; Original: 5740×4315; Photographer: unknown; Rights: © Historiathek/Bleek/zb Media; The P-47 Thunderbolt was an impressive fighter aircraft used by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) during World War II. In Europe, the P-47 became famous for its effectiveness in escorting Allied bombers deep into enemy territory, for example in the strategic bombing raids on Germany. It also played a key role in providing air support during the D-Day landings and subsequent operations in France.
