The Junkers Ju 87 - The Stuka.

The Junkers Ju 87, known as the #Stuka , was a formidable #German #divebomber of #worldwar2 War II, designed by Hermann Pohlmann. This single-engine monoplane, iconic for its cranked wing design and terrifying "Jericho Trumpets," met the #luftwaffe need for a precision dive bomber. Its crew of two—a pilot and a rear gunner—delivered up to 1,800 kg of bombs with unnerving accuracy, playing a crucial role in the #Blitzkrieg tactics during the early war years. Although vulnerable to fighter attacks, as revealed in the Battle of Britain, the Stuka remained a potent weapon on the Eastern Front and in North Africa, excelling in ground-attack and anti-shipping roles. The Stuka's resilience and effectiveness saw it remain in service until the war's end, making it a symbol of #Nazi airpower. #war #history #aviation #aviationhistory