COBI-5703 Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress
$104.95
The Boeing B-17 flying Fortress is a four engine long range heavy bomber developed in the United States. It perhaps the most famous bomber plane of all during the Second World War and played an important role in helping the Allies win the war.
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- Cobi-5703
- 920 blocks
- Includes 1 figure – 1 USAAF pilot
- Compatible with other leading brands of construction blocks
- Made in Europe
- Illustrated instructions manual included in each set
- Model dimensions (L x W x H): 20″ x 26″ x 5.1″
- Recommended Ages: 8 & Up
- Part of COBI Historical Collection: World War II series
- Scale 1:48
The B-17 dropped more bombs than any other U.S. Aircraft in World War II. The B-17, also called the ‘Flying Fortress’, was heavily armored and included a weapons system on board the aircraft.
A Wisconsin Veteran’s Story…
Donald Wilkinson, from Mazomanie, WI, served as a B-17 flight engineer and top turret gunner in the 401st Bombardment Squadron 91st Bomb Group. Flying in a B-17 known as the Qualified Quail, Wilkinson flew 33 combat missions. The Qualified Quail flew 72 before being shot down in France.
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