B-26 Marauder Page

The Martin was a WWII medium bomber that went from being feared by its own crews to having the lowest loss rate of any Allied bomber over Europe. ✈️ The "Widowmaker" Turned Hero

Early in the war, the B-26 gained a dangerous reputation due to its high landing speeds and a series of training accidents. B-26 Marauder

: Over 5,200 units built by the Glenn L. Martin Company. The Martin was a WWII medium bomber that

: One of the fastest bombers of its time, reaching over 280 mph. Martin Company

: It was notoriously called the "Widowmaker" or "The Flying Prostitute" (because it had "no visible means of support" due to its short wings).

Europe , or perhaps more of the crews who flew them?

: Bristling with .50 caliber machine guns for defense.