B-52 Stratofortress – PDF

The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress was developed during the early 1950s to provide the United States Air Force with a long-range strategic bomber capable of delivering nuclear weapons anywhere in the world. Designed by the Boeing Airplane Company, the aircraft featured swept wings, eight turbojet engines, exceptional range, and a massive payload capacity. Built to support the nation’s growing nuclear deterrent, the B-52 quickly became the backbone of the Strategic Air Command and one of the most recognizable aircraft of the Cold War.

Although originally designed for nuclear strike missions, the Stratofortress proved remarkably adaptable throughout its long service life. The B-52 saw extensive combat during the Vietnam War, conducting large-scale bombing campaigns and close air support missions that demonstrated its ability to deliver overwhelming conventional firepower. The aircraft later participated in Operation Desert Storm, operations in Afghanistan, Iraq, and numerous other military campaigns, consistently adapting to new technologies and mission requirements.

Few military aircraft have matched the longevity and versatility of the B-52. Continuous modernization has allowed the Stratofortress to remain an effective combat platform decades after its introduction, serving alongside aircraft built generations later. Its combination of range, payload, reliability, and adaptability has secured its reputation as one of the most successful and influential strategic bombers ever built and a lasting symbol of American air power.

What’s Included:

• 12 1.5” square counter images
• 24 1” square counter images
• 36 .75” square counter images
• 40 .625” square counter images
• Numbered Images to assist with game organization and tracking
• Printable PDF format for personal gaming use

Each image size is contained on a ½ sheet.

• Enables users to save paper and print 2 types of aircraft on the same page.
• Print one set of aircraft images then reverse the page in the printer and print a second type of your choice on the same page.