Corgi 2024 Martin B-26B Marauder, 41-31576 'Dinah Might', Mjr David Dewhurst Scale 1/72 AA29501
Brand : Corgi
£119.99
- SKU:
- AA29501
- Condition:
- New
- Weight:
- 1.50 KGS
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout
- Model Price ::
- We are keeping the price inline with Corgi this year
- Pre-Order Date:
- These are estimated dates and can vary
- Age Guidance:
- 14 Years and Over
Details of this Awesome Model
The Martin B-26B-15-MA Marauder, with the serial number 41-31576/AN-Z and the nickname 'Dinah Might', was tasked with leading an essential anti-beach fortification raid against Widerstandsnest 5, a stronghold overlooking Utah beach. This critical operation occurred just minutes before the troops landed on D-Day. Major David Dewhurst, the experienced commander of the 553rd Bomb Squadron of the US 8th Air Force, piloted 'Dinah Might' during this final opportunity to eliminate German defenses and give the Allied forces a better chance of success during their historic seaborne assault.
Timing and navigation were crucial factors in the success of this mission, and 'Dinah Might' dropped its bombs with precision at precisely 06.24.30 on D-Day. The details surrounding this bombing raid highlight the reasons why the Utah Beach D-Day Museum chose to feature the Marauder as a centrepiece of their collection. The museum's preserved representation of 'Dinah Might' is an impressive sight, and visitors can easily imagine the courageous efforts of Major Dewhurst and his crew as they risked their lives to help ensure the safety of their fellow soldiers.
Interestingly, the target of 'Dinah Might's' bombing run was just a few meters from where the preserved aircraft now stands. This is a testament to the incredible accuracy and bravery of the Allied forces during the D-Day invasion. Fans of aviation history and collectors alike will appreciate the high-quality die-cast models of the Aviation Archive, which come in both 1:72 and 1:48 scales and feature a display stand and optional parts.
Tech Specs From Corgi
- Item Length - Without Packaging (cm) 27
Item Height - Without Packaging (cm) 9.5
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm) 30
Item Scale 1:72 Scale
Wingspan (mm) 300
Detailed Crew Figures Yes
Fixed Undercarriage No
Opening Bomb Bay Doors Yes
Optional Undercarriage Down Yes
Removeable Engine Covers No
Rotatable Propeller(s)/Rotor(s) Yes
Rotatable Turret(s) Yes - License lineLockheed Martin®, B-26 MarauderTM, associated emblems and logos, and body designs of vehicles are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Lockheed Martin Corporation in the USA and/or other jurisdictions, used under license by Hornby Hobbies Ltd.
