P-38 Lightning - "Battle Axe" Size & Medium:20" x 24" Archival Matte Paper On October 4

On October 4

Steadily upgraded through the years

The 747 features a raised flight deck to allow for conversion to a freighter airplane by installing a front cargo door

there was a need to protect the aircraft from enemy fighters

P-38 Lightning - "Battle Axe" Size & Medium:20" x 24" Archival Matte Paper On October 4The P 38 was one of the most advanced fighter designs during World War Two. The design was used extensively in the Pacific Theater of Operations by the United States. It offered excellent performance in speed and rate of climb but it was especially desirable for it's long range capabilities flying over the vast Pacific Ocean. "Battle Axe" was the aircraft flown by Lt. Thomas Martin and was part of the elite 475th Fighter Group, 431st Fighter Squadron