The Carrier Graf Zeppelin

Don't forget to check out the companion video on Plan Z and maritime aviation, "Kriegsmarine vs. Luftwaffe: Battle for Wings at Sea."
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The German carrier that almost was: the Graf Zeppelin. This video details her history, the aircraft which would have served aboard her, the aircraft she inspired, and her eventual fate as well as thoughts on what she might have added to the war had she been completed. Explore her unique catapult design, the variants of the Messerschmitt Bf 109 and Junkers Ju 87 meant to serve aboard her - the Bf 109T and Ju 87C - together with the Fieseler Fi 167, Arado Ar 197, Arado Ar 195, Arado 95, Avia Bk 534, and the Deutsche Versuchsanstalt für Luftfahrt where aircraft for carrier service were tested. Learn about the Messerschmitt Me 155 / Blohm & Voss BV 155 high altitude interceptor and Me 109TL developed from what was learned designing the Bf 109T. Finally, explore the fate of the only carrier ever launched in the history Germany.

NB: First, YouTube clipped a section at the beginning where I introduced the beginnings of the Reichsmarine as a Polish news agency claimed copyright on footage of the High Seas Fleet scuttled at Scapa Flow. I'm not sure how, but so the world turns. I apologise sincerely for that and if it makes it seem jumpy. Second, I recommend reading the comment left by Erika Eisenhower. Her attention to detail far surpasses mine and what I fit into this video, and I apologise for my shortcomings. I have ordered the book she suggested and I will improve myself. I'm a far cry from perfect, but please know that I did absolutely try my best at the time. I'm sorry that it was not quite as up to snuff as it should be. Moving on...

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