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What was the purpose of the B-52?
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The B-52 was designed to carry nuclear weapons to the Soviet Union during the Cold War. It was the first bomber to be equipped with the General Electric J85 turbojet engine, which made it faster than other bombers. The B-52 was also designed to be able to carry a wide range of nuclear weapons, including the W-54, W-47, and W-39.