WW2 345th Bomber Group 'Air Apaches'

Hand embroidered on a brown oval shaped wool felt background.

Size:  H 5" x 4 1/2"  /  13 x 11.5 cms

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The 345th Bomb Group was formed in November 1942, and had four squadrons; the 498th, 499th, 500th and 501st. The Group was nicknamed, the "Air Apaches."

They were the first full Air Force combat group sent to the Pacific Theater and flew the B-25 Mitchell bomber.

The Group was awarded four Distinguished Unit Citations and was one of the most decorated units of WW2.

The 345th was deactivated in December 1945.