P-47 Thunderbot’s service outside western Europe; in three other major theaters of World War II – the Mediterranean; Asia and Pacific – although perhaps not as publicized; was no less colorful and varied; which makes it an excellent subject for a photo-story. During the long campaign in Italy; Thunderbolt was the best air interdiction aircraft the Allies had; pitted against German and Italian fighters; it proved more than a match. In the Pacific; Thunderbolt easily held its own against Japanese fighters over New Guinea; and later over Japan’s Home Islands. Armed with ‘fire bombs’; bazookas and other ordnance; it earned distinction as close air support aircraft during the invasion of Marianas. Also in China-Burma-India theater the P-47 excelled both as fighter and fighter-bomber; with the renowned Air Commandos; among other units.
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