The Heinkel He 111 was the Luftwaffe’s primary medium bomber during World War II, recognized by its distinctive glazed nose and sleek design. Originally developed in the 1930s as a civilian airliner to mask its military purpose, it became a key component of Germany’s early Blitzkrieg tactics. The He 111 saw extensive service in the Battle of Britain, the Eastern Front, and other major conflicts, though it became increasingly vulnerable to Allied fighters as the war progressed. Despite this, it r

13K views · 2.4K reactions | Heinkel He-111 The Luftwaffe’s medium tactical bomber made famous during Blitzkrieg and the raids on Britain’s cities in 1940/41 Up close and personal she seems quite a small machine; a reminder of Germany’s failure throughout the war to develop a heavy bomber that could rival the Allies #blitz #wwii #aviation #warbirds #warbird #heinkelhe111 | Daniel J Wheatcroft | Facebook