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1. Republic P-47D Thunderbolt Zombie, D-day, 1944. USA, DeAgostini, 1:72, 293 gr.
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Republic P-47D Thunderbolt Zombie, D-day, 1944. USA

During the D-Day invasion in June 1944, several Republic P-47D Thunderbolts nicknamed "Zombie" were operated by the U.S. Army Air Forces (USAAF) in the European Theater.

Role During the 1944 Normandy Campaign

The P-47 Thunderbolt, often called "The Jug," was a critical asset during and after D-Day.

• Ground Support: "Zombie" transitioned from high-altitude bomber escort to a "low-level bomb-truck," flying close air support (CAS) missions over Normandy.

• Armament: Like other P-47Ds, it was armed with eight .50 caliber machine guns and could carry up to 2,500 lbs of bombs or five-inch rockets to destroy German tanks, locomotives, and supply lines.

• Ruggedness: Known for its ability to survive heavy battle damage, the P-47 was preferred for dangerous low-altitude strafing runs where ground fire was intense.