This in-depth monograph chronicles the legendary P-47 Thunderbolt and the brave pilots who flew it in World War 2. Nicknamed the "Jug," this iconic fighter served in every theater, escorting bombers and providing vital ground support. Read about the exploits of famous P-47 fighter groups like Gabreski's Wolfpack, the Checkertails, and more. Their mastery of the Thunderbolt's strengths helped win control of the skies over Europe and the Pacific.

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