The P-51 Mustang was originally designed for the Royal Air Force. However, it became a long-range escort fighter for the U.S. armed forces against Nazi Germany. The production process was efficient and quick; about 14,000 were built during WWII. Created by Eric Long Date Created 01/02/2014 Source Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Keywords Aircraft; Aviation; Fighters; Military; World War II Rights and Restrictions CC0
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