This is the restored and fully colorized version of the rare 1943 documentary, "THE THUNDERBOLTS--RAMROD TO EMDEN," showcasing a complete WWII fighter escort mission with the P-47 Thunderbolt. This historical film captures the real air combat and strategic importance of the 8th Air Force's long-range missions deep into Germany. By late 1943, the American daylight bombing campaign against Germany was in full swing, but the B-17 and B-24 bombers were suffering devastating losses beyond the range o

Republic P-47D Thunderbolt at IWM Duxford. The staggering of the P-47’s Browning MGs helped accommodate them within the wing structure. #ww2 #ww2history #p47 #thunderbolts #warbirds | Daniel J Wheatcroft

1.2K views · 347 reactions | @aviationxdreams P-47D Thunderbolt "Bonnie" � This beautifully restored P-47D Thunderbolt is the only flying Republic built razorback in the world! Thank you for this beautiful restoration @dakotaterritoryairmuseum #p47 #p47thunderbolt #warbird #warbirdsofinstagram #warbirds #eaaairventure #airshowphotography #airshows #warbirdphotography #airshowstuff | Rockaircraft | Facebook

The Hispano Aviación HA-1109 and HA-1112 are license-built versions of the Messerschmitt Bf 109G-2 developed in Spain during and after World War II. The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt was a World War II era fighter aircraft produced by the United States from 1941 through 1945 | Warbirds