B-52, Development, Specifications, & Combat History
By A Mystery Man Writer
Description
Profile of the B-52 heavy bomber, including its specifications and the history of its development and use in combat.
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1.0] B-52 Evolution
Boeing B-52D Stratofortress > National Museum of the United States Air Force™ > Display
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B-52
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B-52, Development, Specifications, & Combat History
Designed to form the backbone of Strategic Air Command's nuclear deterrent, the B-52 force was brought to higher states of readiness whenever crisis
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B-52 Stratofortress Units in Combat 1955–73 (Combat Aircraft, 43)
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100 Years In Service? US Air Force Says B-52 Bombers Equipped With Long-Range Missiles Will Be Used Till 2050s
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Classic 1960s-Era B-52 Bomber to Fly into 2030s - Warrior Maven: Center for Military Modernization
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B-52 Stratofortress
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B-52
B-52 OT, WPS, and Ops squadrons collaborate during Test and Weapons School Roadshow at Minot AFB > U.S. Strategic Command > News Article View
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