The B-17 'Flying Fortress' (Infographic)

By Boldmethod
06/05/2014
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It helped change the course of WWII. Tens of thousands of crewmembers flew in it. Check out these impressive stats on the B-17, then, find out how you can get a ride in one this summer.

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