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Grumman TBF-1 VT-8, June 1942 "Battle of Midway"
Description: VT-8's first and best-known combat mission came during the Battle of Midway on 4 June 1942. Six TBF-1s were present on Midway Island, as part of VT-8 (Torpedo Squadron 8), while the rest of the squadron flew Devastators from the Hornet. Unfortunately, both types of torpedo bombers suffered heavy casualties, with only one Avenger surviving, although they were credited with drawing away the Japanese combat air patrols so the American dive bombers could successfully hit the Japanese carriers.
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Description:
-Incredible detail
-Stand included
-Opening canopy
-Full armament
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