War Planes Of World War II [DVD] (Empires Of Industry)

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They had names like the Liberator, Flying Fortress, Wildcat and even Goony Bird. Over 300,000 of them were built in just a few short years, essentially creating one of the largest industries in America from scratch. They are the WAR PLANES OF WORLD WAR II. From the factory floor to enthusiast’s clubs today, this is a comprehensive look at the American planes that helped win the war. Archival footage shows them under construction and in action in dogfights, bomb runs and vital transport missions. Aviation experts tell how so many planes were made so quickly, and detail how the lessons learned during the war helped create the aviation industry as we know it. And strap into the cockpits of lovingly restored World War II warplanes for an exciting flight into history, as hobbyists keep these legendary machines alive and in the air. Filled with rare footage and revealing interviews, this is the dramatic chronicle of the fiery birth of one of America’s great industries, and a loving look at the sensational planes that made it.