The Hawker Typhoon

The Hawker Typhoon was a thunderbolt of #worldwar2 . Designed as a high-speed interceptor, it found its true calling as a formidable ground-attack aircraft. Powered by the mighty Napier Sabre engine, the Typhoon could reach speeds over 400 miles per hour. Its armament was nothing short of devastating - four 20mm cannons and the capacity to carry rockets or 1,000-pound bombs. The #typhoon was pivotal in the #Normandy landings and the subsequent campaign, where it terrorized German armor and supported Allied ground troops. Though it had its teething problems, the Hawker Typhoon emerged as an unsung hero of the #war, representing adaptability and raw power in the face of the enemy. #aviation