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1981 Press Photo Drawing of Russian Backfire, bomber jet - mjb90010

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Washington: The Defense Department September 29th released this drawing of the Soviet Tupoley "Backfire" bomber, which it says is capable of carrying free-fall bombs on air-to-surface missiles. According to the Pentagon, 35 new "Backfires" are being built each year. The sketch is contained in an elaborate Pentagon report, "Soviet Military Power." At a news conference, Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger denied that the report was being released at this time to strengthen the administration's arguments in the Defense budget debate. Russia-Defense

Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches. Photo is dated 10-02-1981.

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