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Glossary Item: Republic P-47 Thunderbolt
Name Republic P-47 Thunderbolt
Description An American WW2 fighter aircraft produced by Republic Aviation from 1941 through 1945. It was used as a short-to medium-range escort fighter in high-altitude air-to-air combat and ground attack in both the European and Pacific theaters. Incorporating eight .50-caliber machine guns, it could carry 5-inch rockets or a bomb load of 2,500 lb.
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Name By Air to Battle. The official account of the British Airborne Divisions
Category Action in the Air
Issued By Ministry Of Information
Issued For Air Ministry
Published Oct/1945