BOEING B-52 STRATOFORTRESS

This iconic symbol of American air power is one of the oldest military aircraft in service today, and still a potent force to be reckoned with

The B-52 Stratofortress defines the era for which it was created: the Cold War. At a time when nuclear war threatened to destroy humanity, this aircraft acted as both the enabler of apocalyptic destruction and its deterrent. It is the ultimate heavy bomber, designed for sorties from a maximum height of 50,000 feet, primarily with nuclear weapons. The craft has a total global reach, as it can be refuelled in midair, but what is most surprising is its age and flexibility. Although it is still one of the most feared weapons in the USA’s arsenal, the first prototypes were ordered as far back as 1948, in the wake of WWII, with the first plane taking to the skies in April 1952. The key to the B-52’s success is its relative…

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History of War Book of Combat Machines (Digital) - 1 Issue, History of War Book of Combat Machines 2016

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