Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero flights WM-12-12-2023 Campaigns in the harsh desert

Campaigns in the harsh desert landscapes of North Africa were often determined as much by the availability of water as by military intent

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the men and officers of the 78th protested so much that they were permitted to retain their traditional dress

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Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero flights WM-12-12-2023 Campaigns in the harsh desertThe Mitsubishi A6M Zero was a fast, modern fighter, but had no armour for the pilot. When the Zero was in the hands of aggressive and well trained pilots this weakness was rarely apparent. The A6 M5 model Zero featured improved engine, armament and protection, although the latter remained inadequate compared to other combat aircraft. Models supplied unassembled and unpainted