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: It was officially named the "Avenger" just weeks after the attack on Pearl Harbor, signifying its role in the U.S. Navy's retaliation.

: Pilots affectionately called the plane the "Turkey" because of its large, rugged, and somewhat homely appearance compared to sleeker fighters. Tbf (1) mp4

One of the most famous and tragic stories involving a TBF Avenger is that of , a 23-year-old gunner aboard a TBF Avenger. : It was officially named the "Avenger" just

: This remains the only time in U.S. Navy history that a serviceman was buried at sea inside his own aircraft. Technical Context of the TBF-1 If you are looking for the "story" of the aircraft itself: One of the most famous and tragic stories

: On November 5, 1944, during the Battle of Manila Bay, Deen’s aircraft (a TBF Avenger) was hit by heavy anti-aircraft fire.