The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress

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The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress

The B-17 originated from the Boeing Model 299, which was unveiled in 1934. When it first entered service in WW2, it had a shorter range and smaller bomb load than the B-24 Liberator. During the period from 1942 to 1945 it was the 8th Air Force's main strategic bomber.

When the B-17 was used in anger against the Germans it was feared by Germany due to it's heavy firepower. During the runs on Dresden, Collone and Hamburg, the B-17 was used to massive effect by the USAAF and killed many people.

When it was replaced by the B-29 and B-36, it was considered one of the best bombers; ever.

Next, expect an article on the B-24, the second plane in my US Bombers series!

The US Bombers Series:

The B-17 Flying Fortress
The B-24 Liberator
The B-29 Flying Superfortress
The B-36 Peacemaker
The B-47 Stratojet
The B-52 Stratofortress
The B-57 Canberra
The B-58 Hustler
The B-70 Vakeilri
The B-1 Lancer
The B-2 Stealth Bomber

If it is bold it is done at the time of publication!