Blom & Voss BV 138

A German maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft used by the Luftwaffe during World War II, known for its long range and endurance.

Blenheim Mk.VII

A further development of the Blenheim bomber, incorporating advanced features like a pressurized cabin and increased range, used by the Royal Air Force.

Blohm & Voss BV 238

A German flying boat designed for long-range maritime reconnaissance and anti-shipping operations, used by the Luftwaffe during World War II.

Blenheim Mk.VIII

The final production variant of the Blenheim bomber, featuring a more powerful engine and improved armament, used by the Royal Air Force in various roles.

Blitzkrieg Warfare

The application of Blitzkrieg tactics in actual combat, characterized by rapid, coordinated offensives with tanks, aircraft, and infantry to overwhelm enemy defenses.

Bombing Raid

A military operation in which aircraft drop bombs on a target, often a city, military base, or industrial facility. Used extensively by both sides during World War II, with devastating effects on civilian populations.

At-Sea Rescue

The operation of saving personnel from downed aircraft or sinking ships at sea. At-sea rescue was essential during World War II, particularly in the vast expanses of the Pacific Ocean. It involved the use of specialized rescue vessels, aircraft, and life rafts.

Artillery in Air Defense

The use of artillery to target enemy aircraft, primarily in the early stages of World War II before dedicated anti-aircraft guns and missiles became widespread. It was a less effective method compared to specialized weapons.

Armstrong Whitworth

A British engineering company that produced a wide range of military equipment during World War II, including artillery guns, tanks, and aircraft. Their designs were used by both British and Allied forces.

Airborne Countermeasures

Techniques and equipment used by aircraft to evade enemy radar, missiles, and other weapons.