C-47 Skytrain Postage Stamp 1 144 Model

Description

C-47 Skytrain, “That’s All Brother”

Douglas C-47’s played a key role on D-Day during the Allied invasion of Normandy in Operation Overlord. That’s All Brother led the formation of 800 other C-47’s from which approximately 13,000 paratroopers jumped on D-Day, June 6, 1944. That’s All Brother was chosen by John M. Donalson, commander of the 87th Troop Carrier Squadron, who flew the plane during the operation, as a message to Adolf Hitler. It has been restored to its 1944 condition and is part of the Commemorative Air Force.

• 1:144 scale
• Length: 5.25 inches
• Wingspan: 8 inches