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B-52

B-52

By: Quiet. Please
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 Discover the incredible story of the B-52 Stratofortress—an aircraft that has defined American airpower for over 70 years. From Cold War missions to modern upgrades, this legendary bomber continues to shape military history.
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Episodes
  • B -52_002_War Horse – Combat and Cold War Missions

    B -52_002_War Horse – Combat and Cold War Missions
    Jun 27 2025
    Professor Barnaby Ellison Thatch explores the B-52 Stratofortress's remarkable combat legacy, from the controversial bombing campaigns of Vietnam to its Cold War nuclear deterrence missions. Discover how this flying fortress adapted from strategic nuclear bomber to precision strike platform across seven decades of conflict. From Operation Rolling Thunder's jungle warfare to Chrome Dome nuclear patrols, from Gulf War precision strikes to Afghanistan close air support, this episode reveals the human stories and tactical evolution behind one of America's most enduring military aircraft. Learn how crews adapted to missions their aircraft was never designed for, and how the "sound of approaching doom" became both weapon and symbol of American airpower.

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    38 mins
  • Born to Fly -The Origins of the B-52

    Born to Fly -The Origins of the B-52
    Jun 23 2025
    Join Professor Barnaby Ellison Thatch in this captivating episode exploring the remarkable origins of the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress. From a frantic weekend redesign in a Dayton hotel room to the thunderous maiden flight in 1952, discover how America's most enduring strategic bomber was born from Cold War urgency and engineering brilliance. Learn about the evolution from turboprop to jet propulsion, the fears of the "bomber gap," and how nuclear deterrence shaped aviation history. With his signature blend of scholarly insight and storytelling flair, Professor Thatch brings to life the extraordinary tale of eight engines, swept wings, and the aircraft that would define American airpower for seven decades. Experience more compelling stories and historical narratives at https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ where history comes alive through masterful storytelling.

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    16 mins

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