Republic P-47 Thunderbolts razorbacks. This sheet includes markings to complete a selection of two 'Razorback' P 47s of the 56th Fighter Group lead by the US ace Colonel Hub Zemke. The P 47 was the first allied fighter aircraft able to cover the heavy bombers all the way to the target, fitted with drop-tanks. Developed by the British made from compressed paper. Zemke's group was one of the pioneers of bomber defence using the P 47, a heavy but well-armed fighter.
P-47D (Razor-Back) 42-22456 HV-N 'Liberty Belle' 61st FS, Late 1943.
P-47C 41-6620 HV-H 'Powers Girl' 61stFS, Late 1943.