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Head of NATO pilot training in Texas under fire for showcasing Nazi ace’s portrait

The 80th Flying Training Wing is reviewing its artwork and artifacts, including depictions of Nazi aviation, to ensure they are professional and presented with appropriate context, an Air Force spokesman said.

By Rachel S. Cohen

9 months ago

Hitler released his failed plan to invade England 80 years ago today

Operation Sea Lion was an amphibious invasion intended to result in the German defeat of England.

By Harm Venhuizen

3 years ago

Screaming Bird of Prey: How the Ju-87 Stuka exceeded its life span and carried the Luftwaffe through WWII

The "little bomber" was almost obsolete even before WWII began, but it managed to terrorize ground troops and destroy tanks far beyond its planned replacement.

By Stephan Wilkinson, Aviation History Magazine

5 years ago

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