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WAR IN THE AIR

Military aircraft took to the skies like never before during World War II. Although they had been used in the first global conflict – initially for reconnaissance but then as muscle to break the deadlock of trench warfare – advancing technology and an emphasis on strategic bombing made them more important.

Both sides had considerable airpower and techniques up their sleeve. The Luftwaffe would

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