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Join us as we unravel the story of the Bristol Beaufighter, a WWII-era heavy fighter that transformed from a hasty stopgap into a multi-role powerhouse.

Originally adapted from the Beaufort torpedo bomber, the Beaufighter overcame engine shortages, weight issues, and stiff competition from aircraft like the Mosquito. Through daring missions such as Operation Squabble and Coastal Command’s Strike Wings, it proved invaluable in night interceptions, anti-shipping raids, and low-level strikes against U-boats.

Learn how its origins trace back to the Blenheim, discover its formidable armament of four 20 mm cannons and rockets, and hear how it sank U-418. While never receiving the fame of legendary single-engine fighters, the Beaufighter earned a reputation for rugged reliability. Find out why it remains a testament to British ingenuity, overshadowed yet indispensable, and how it helped secure victory through relentless adaptability and sheer firepower.

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