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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Douglas_B-23_DragonDouglas B-23 Dragon - Wikipedia

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   The Douglas B-23 Dragon is an American twin-engined bomber developed by the Douglas Aircraft Company as a successor to (and a refinement of) the B-18 Bolo.

2. www.nationalmuseum.af.mil › douglas-b-23-dragonDouglas B-23 Dragon > National Museum of the United States ...

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   The B-23 is a twin-engine bomber developed as a successor to the Douglas B-18 and was first flown in July 1939. Although B-23s were never used in combat during World War II, they did serve in secondary roles, such as reconnaissance, training, transport and test-bed aircraft.

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4. www.mcchordairmuseum.org › REV B MAM COLLECTION Bdouglas B-23 Dragon - McChord Air Museum

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   As product of pre-World War Two technology, the Douglas B-23 Dragon was the Army Air Corps first bomber with a manned tail gun emplacement, featuring a .50-caliber gun that was larger than the .30-caliber guns standard in pre war Air Corps design.

5. www.youtube.com › watchThe Douglas B-23 Dragon Bomber Documentary - YouTube

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   Oct 29, 2023 · The Douglas B-23 Dragon is an American twin-engined bomber developed by the Douglas Aircraft Company as a successor to (and a refinement of) the B-18 Bolo. Douglas proposed a number of...

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7. nationalinterest.org › blog › buzzDouglas B-23 Bomber: The World War II Bomber That Barely ...

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   Aug 21, 2020 · The B-23 Dragon was a fast and well-armed bomber that never saw combat, but was used for patrol, training and transport roles. Learn about its history, features and legacy from The National Interest blog.

8. www.youtube.com › watchB-23 Dragon Aircraft - HD - YouTube

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   May 13, 2023 · The B-23 Dragon was a twin-engined bomber developed by the Douglas Aircraft Company in the late 1930s. It was designed as a successor to the B-18 Bolo, and was based on the DC-3 airliner,...

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   When did the B-23 Dragon become a bomber?

   • After the United States entered World War II in December 1941 the B-23 Dragon was relegated to use as a patrol aircraft on the west coast and later for training duties. In the late 1930s, the Douglas Aircraft Company developed a new bomber to address and even rectify the shortcomings of the unloved twin-engine B-18 Bolo Bomber.

   Douglas B-23 Bomber: The World War II Bomber That Barely Bombed

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   When was a B-23 used in WW2?

   • The B-23 is a twin-engine bomber developed as a successor to the Douglas B-18 and was first flown in July 1939. Although B-23s were never used in combat during World War II, they did serve in secondary roles, such as reconnaissance, training, transport and test-bed aircraft. Some of the Dragons used in transport service were redesignated UC-67s.

   Douglas B-23 Dragon - National Museum of the USAF

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   What is a B-23 Dragon?

   • The Douglas B-23 Dragon is an American twin-engined bomber developed by the Douglas Aircraft Company as a successor to (and a refinement of) the B-18 Bolo . Douglas proposed a number of modifications designed to improve the performance of the B-18.

   Douglas B-23 Dragon - Wikipedia

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   What type of gun did a B-23 use?

   • The B-23 was the first operational bomber equipped with a glazed tail gun position, which also included the more powerful M2 .50 caliber machine gun —replacing the .30 caliber used in other bombers. However, the gun was still operated by a gunner who had to lie in a prone position and use a telescopic sight to target the enemy.

   Douglas B-23 Bomber: The World War II Bomber That Barely Bombed

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10. www.militaryfactory.com › aircraft › detailDouglas B-23 Dragon Medium Bomber / Maritime Patrol / Crew ...

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    Jun 25, 2021 · Page details technical specifications, development, and operational history of the Douglas B-23 Dragon Medium Bomber / Maritime Patrol / Crew Trainer Aircraft including pictures.