Bristol Blenheim Bomber, Bristol Type 142M, powered by two Bristol 840 Mercury engines. The first all metal modern twin-engined monoplane for the to carry the whole of the military load within the structure. Saw service with all the Commands of the and in all theatres of war. Made the first air raid of the war over Kiel, in September 1939. Manufactured in thousands by the Shadow industry as well as at Bristol,

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