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A bomber crew of the 390th Bomb Group plan their next mission before taking off in their B-17 Flying Fortress. Image stamped on reverse: ‘Fox.’ [stamp], ‘Not to be published.' [stamp] and '25 Oct 1943.’ [stamp] and ‘289781.’ [Censor no.] Printed caption on reverse: ‘THE FORTRESSES KEEP UP THE ATTACK. EH/MoH. In spite of all weathers, the Flying Fortress of the 8th A.F. Bomber Command keep up their attacks on important targets over Germany and other enemy occupied countries. These pictures were taken at an 8th A.F. bomber command station in England. Photo shows – Crew discussing route before the take off'. FOX October 43. 2. '

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Units

The insignia of the 390th Bomb Group.
  • Unit Hierarchy: Group
  • Air Force: Eighth Air Force
  • Type Category: Bombardment

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Sources

IWM, Roger Freeman Collection