Hg-16: Heavy Cruiser

A class of warship that was larger and more heavily armed than a light cruiser. Heavy cruisers were designed for fleet battles and could engage both surface and air targets. Examples include the American Baltimore class and the Japanese Mogami class.

Hg-24: Heavy Cruiser

See Hg-16: Heavy Cruiser

German Air Force (Luftwaffe)

The air forces of the German Wehrmacht during World War II. It was responsible for air combat, strategic bombing, and air transport.

Flares

Illuminating pyrotechnic devices used for signaling, target illumination, and air-to-air combat.

Fighter-Interceptor

A type of fighter aircraft designed primarily for intercepting enemy bombers and other aircraft, emphasizing speed and maneuverability.

Flying Tigers

A squadron of American volunteer pilots who fought for the Chinese Air Force against Japan in the early stages of World War II.

Etched Wartime Airplanes

Aircraft used by the various countries involved in World War II for aerial combat and transportation.

Escorted Bomber

A bomber aircraft accompanied by fighter planes for protection during bombing missions. This tactic was used extensively in World War II to reduce losses from enemy fighters and anti-aircraft defenses.

Erratic Air Combat

Unpredictable and often chaotic aerial battles, characterized by rapid maneuvering, close-range engagements, and high risk of accidents.

Dz. 2600 – Yak-3

The Yakovlev Yak-3 was a Soviet single-seat fighter aircraft used extensively by the Soviet Air Forces during World War II. It was known for its agility, its speed, and its maneuverability, making it a formidable adversary for German fighters. It was powered by a radial engine and was armed with cannons and machine guns. The […]