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Podcast: Everything Everywhere Daily: History, Science, Geography, & More
Episode: The Hughes H-4 Hercules, aka The Spruce Goose (Encore)
Description: During the height of the Second World War, American shipping to Europe was constantly being attacked by German U-boats. In an attempt to completely bypass German subs, aviation pioneer Howard Hughes began construction on what would be the world’s largest aircraft. A plane that was so large it could carry 750 passengers or two full-sized tanks across the Atlantic. Sadly, it was hampered by wartime rationing of metals and only flew in one memorable test flight.Learn more about the Hughes H-4 Hercules, aka the Spruce Goose, on this episode of Every...