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Douglas A-20G Havoc - shown in June 1944 D-Day markings
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Douglas A-20G Havoc - shown in June 1944 D-Day markings
Douglas A-20G Havoc - shown in June 1944 D-Day markings, the American Havoc and RAF Boston were the same aircraft
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© Hugh W. Cowin Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1944 Bombers Boston Dday Havoc Markings Secondflight Shown Douglas
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This photograph showcases a Douglas A-20G Havoc bomber adorned with the distinctive markings of the United States Army Air Force (USAAF) as it would have appeared during the D-Day invasion in June 1944. The A-20G Havoc, also known as the RAF Boston in British service, was a versatile twin-engine aircraft used extensively during World War II for various roles, including ground-attack, reconnaissance, and night bombing. The image captures the essence of the intense preparations leading up to the largest seaborne invasion in history. The Havoc's bold D-Day markings, featuring the invasion stripe and the numeral "G" for the ground-attack configuration, underscore the aircraft's crucial role in supporting the Allied forces on the beaches of Normandy. The Douglas A-20G Havoc was an essential asset to the USAAF and the Royal Air Force (RAF) during World War II. Its versatility and reliability made it a valuable addition to both air forces, with over 7,000 Havocs produced between 1941 and 1945. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the pivotal role the Douglas A-20G Havoc played in the history of military aviation and the Allied victory in Europe during World War II.
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