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When German Luftwaffe officers captured an intact American B-17 Flying Fortress during World War II, they decided to take it to the skies to study its strengths and weaknesses. But what they discovered stunned them — the B-17’s incredible defensive firepower, rugged design, and ability to stay airborne after taking massive damage left even the most experienced German pilots amazed. This flying fortress truly lived up to its name. In this video, we uncover how the Luftwaffe tested the B-17, what they learned from it, and why it earned the respect of both friend and foe alike.

Disclaimer: The visuals you’ll see in this video are AI-generated re-creations. Many moments from World War II were never photographed, or the images have been lost, so these re-creations help us bring the story to life. Please note that images shown are not original wartime photos—they are used here for illustrative and storytelling purposes.

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