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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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6
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:USAAF_aircraft
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gptkbp:aircraft_operated
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gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:Memphis_Belle_crew
distinctive silhouette
strategic bombing missions
B-17 G Flying Fortress
B-17 E, B-17 F, B-17 G
remains a popular warbird
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gptkbp:armament
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machine guns
13 .50 caliber machine guns
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gptkbp:artistic_influence
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subsequent bombers
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gptkbp:bomb_load
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precision bombing
up to 8,000 lbs
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gptkbp:conservation_efforts
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many preserved in museums
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gptkbp:crew
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gptkb:10
extensive training required
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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featured in films and media
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gptkbp:debut_year
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1941
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gptkbp:engine
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gptkb:Wright_R-1820_Cyclone
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gptkbp:engine_type
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gptkb:engine
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gptkbp:features
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high-wing configuration
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gptkbp:fighting_style
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highly effective in bombing campaigns
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gptkbp:first_flight
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gptkb:1935
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gptkbp:frequency
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gptkb:World_War_II
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gptkbp:height
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19 ft 1 in
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gptkbp:historical_role
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key role in Allied victory
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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symbol of American air power
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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B-17 F-10-BO
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gptkbp:improves
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enhanced defensive capabilities
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gptkbp:is_used_by
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkbp:length
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74 ft 4 in
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkbp:max_speed
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287 mph
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gptkbp:military_branch
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served in multiple theaters
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gptkbp:military_technology
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civilian use and restoration
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gptkbp:mission
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1945
bombing of Germany
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gptkbp:nickname
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gptkb:Flying_Fortress
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gptkbp:notable_battle
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gptkb:European_Theater_of_Operations
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gptkbp:notable_features
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large bomb bay
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gptkbp:number_built
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approximately 512
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gptkbp:operational_range
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long-range missions
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gptkbp:origin
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gptkb:Boeing_Model_299
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gptkbp:production_years
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1936-1945
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gptkbp:range
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2,000 miles
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gptkbp:retirement_year
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1960s
strategic bombing
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gptkbp:role
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkbp:service_ceiling
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35,000 ft
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gptkbp:significance
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iconic bomber of WWII
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gptkbp:squadrons
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gptkb:8th_Air_Force
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gptkbp:variant
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gptkb:B-17_G
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gptkbp:wingspan
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103 ft 9 in
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