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Tag: WWII

This Was the World’s First Fighter Jet
In History

This Was the World’s First Fighter Jet

It’s a common misconception that the Messerschmitt 262 Schwalbe (Swallow) was the first fighter jet in history, though it certainly … Continue reading This Was the World’s First Fighter Jet

The Soviets Once Built a Flying Tank
In History

The Soviets Once Built a Flying Tank

The words “flying tank” probably conjure mental images of the A-10 Thunderbolt II, a heavily armored gun-toting close air support … Continue reading The Soviets Once Built a Flying Tank

The RAF Commemorated the Legendary Dam Busters Raid Today with these Incredible Composite Images
In History, The Ready Room

The RAF Commemorated the Legendary Dam Busters Raid Today with these Incredible Composite Images

F-35 “trigger alert”. If mentions of the F-35 offend you, please retreat to your safe space now! No. 617 Squadron … Continue reading The RAF Commemorated the Legendary Dam Busters Raid Today with these Incredible Composite Images

Star Wars’ Connection to WWII-era Military Aviation
The Ready Room

Star Wars’ Connection to WWII-era Military Aviation

The long-awaited seventh movie in the Star Wars saga is close to hitting theaters, and nerds everywhere are beside themselves. … Continue reading Star Wars’ Connection to WWII-era Military Aviation

Bazooka Charlie and his Nazi-Tank Killin’ Grasshopper
In History

Bazooka Charlie and his Nazi-Tank Killin’ Grasshopper

In 1942, a smartly attired 29-year-old man by the name of Charles Carpenter signed up to join the United States Army … Continue reading Bazooka Charlie and his Nazi-Tank Killin’ Grasshopper

The Battle of Britain, 75 Years Ago Today
In History

The Battle of Britain, 75 Years Ago Today

“… What General Weygand has called The Battle of France is over. The battle of Britain is about to begin. … Continue reading The Battle of Britain, 75 Years Ago Today

On This Day in 1918, One of America’s Most Celebrated Fighter Pilots Scored His First Kill
In History

On This Day in 1918, One of America’s Most Celebrated Fighter Pilots Scored His First Kill

Some 97 years ago on this day in history, a danger-prone, thrill-chasing kid from Columbus, Ohio set on his way … Continue reading On This Day in 1918, One of America’s Most Celebrated Fighter Pilots Scored His First Kill

British Sea Furies and MiGs in Korea
In History, The Ready Room

British Sea Furies and MiGs in Korea

It’s interesting how conversations can rapidly move from one subject to another in an instant. The other day, a few … Continue reading British Sea Furies and MiGs in Korea

“Be quick, be quiet, and be on time.”
The Ready Room

“Be quick, be quiet, and be on time.”

Earlier this week, we shared a picture from Lockheed Martin’s publicity page on our Facebook page. Each and every one … Continue reading “Be quick, be quiet, and be on time.”

A Heart to Heart with Hartmann
In History

A Heart to Heart with Hartmann

Before I get involved in this article, I would like to wish all of the Alert 5 readers out there … Continue reading A Heart to Heart with Hartmann

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