Hg-17: He 219 Uhu
A German night fighter designed to intercept Allied bombers during World War II. It was known for its advanced radar system and powerful armament.
Hg-18: H-4 Hercules (Spruce Goose)
A massive wooden flying boat designed and built by Howard Hughes during World War II. It was intended to transport troops and cargo across the Atlantic, but ultimately only made one short flight and was never used operationally.
Hg-19: Hiroshima
A Japanese city that was the target of the first atomic bomb attack on August 6, 1945. The bombing resulted in widespread destruction and loss of life, contributing to Japan’s surrender in World War II.
Hg-21: Hornet
A nickname given to the American F6F Hellcat fighter aircraft during World War II, due to its aggressive nature and effectiveness in combat. It was primarily used in the Pacific Theater of Operations.
Hg-22: Hand Grenade
A small explosive device designed to be thrown by hand. Hand grenades were widely used in World War II for close-quarters combat and defensive operations.
Hg-24: Heavy Cruiser
See Hg-16: Heavy Cruiser
Hg-26: Hobart’s Funnies
A collection of specialized armored vehicles developed by the British Army during World War II, designed to overcome specific obstacles during the invasion of Normandy. These vehicles included flail tanks for clearing minefields and amphibious tanks for crossing beaches.
Hf-41 (Italy)
The CANT Z.1007 was an Italian twin-engine bomber aircraft designed by CANT and manufactured by Cantieri Riuniti dell’Adriatico (CANT). It was used extensively in the Regia Aeronautica during World War II, known for its versatility and long range.
Hf-42 (France)
The Amiot 350 was a French twin-engine bomber aircraft designed by Amiot and manufactured by Société des Avions Amiot. It was a capable bomber, but production was limited due to the outbreak of World War II, and it saw limited service with the Armée de l’Air.
Hf-43 (Germany)
The Junkers Ju 52/3m was a German tri-motor transport aircraft designed by Hugo Junkers and manufactured by Junkers Flugzeug und Motorenwerke. It was a versatile aircraft used in various roles, including transport, bomber, and reconnaissance, during World War II.