Thesaurus Term/Concept: LANCASTER
Identifier | 111367 |
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Class | AIRCRAFT TYPE |
Status | Preferred |
Index? | Yes |
Scope Note | Four-engined heavy bomber, developed by Avro from the twin-engined Manchester. Entered service in 1942 as the RAF's principal night bomber and took part in the 1,000 bomber raids as well as the famous Dam Busters raid. |