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Originally Posted by Franek Grabowski
Ruy
It is a clear case of non understanding the Normandy air war. Actually, the range of both P-47s and P-51s was a decisive factor in annihilating the Luftwaffe and it cannot be underestimated.
Direct comparison of both types is not possible, as too many factors are decisive. Nonetheless British decision to use Mustangs instead of Thunderbolts in the ETO is a clear evidence of the former's superiority.
In regard of numbers, quite often Big Week argument is used. Indeed, most of the job has been done by Thunderbolts, but those were Mustangs flying over Berlin.
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Franek,
Let's assume for a moment that I am as intelligent as you are and have some grasp of the same basic issues. I have not a small collection of books on the subject in general and in particular.
It may mean that we have different opinions or that one of us misunderstands the other, or have chosen the wrongs words since English isn't our native language.
What I do not accept, respect nor allow for is you claiming a higher knowledge. As in your opinion is fact, mine (regardless of how we now interpret the final meaning) is incorrect - as in misunderstanding the Normandy air war.
Bill discussed the issue at hand, you start off in a way that I have never been able to tolerate nor the ability to patiently accept. I'll leave it at that.