This Die-cast metal airplane model comes in 1:144 scale with plastic stand
and is approximately 5 1/2 inches long with 7 3/4 inch wingspan. The C-47
Skytrain developed from the Douglas DC-3 which was designed for commercial
passenger service in the early 1930's. Entering service in 1935, the DC-3 was
quickly adapted for military transport service and designated as the C-47
Skytrain. World War II saw high demand for the reliable C-47, with over 10,000
produced. The C-47's played a key role on D-Day during the Allied invasion of
Normandy in Operation Overlord, June of 1944. That's All Brother led the
formation of 800 other C-47's from which approximately 13,000 paratroopers
jumped on D-Day, June 6, 1944. "That's All Brother" was chosen by John M.
Donalson, commander of the 87th Troop Carrier Squadron, who flew the plane
during the operation, as a message to Adolf Hitler. It has been restored to its
1944 condition and is part of the Commemorative Air Force. Adult Collectible
ages 14+