How would a B-52 perform against Germany in 1943 and 1944?

While comparing a B-52 of today to WW-II anti-air weapons may be amusing, one needs a context to make any sense of the question. The B-52 was based on ideas that started during WW-II. read more

Even with rising total production and rapid expansion of synthetic fuel production, Germany was steadily drawing down on its oil reserves. Supply just wasn't keeping up with demand. The disaster in oil production didn't hit Germany in 1943, it hit in 1944. In 1943 synthetic fuel production was Germany's single greatest source of fuel. read more