Middle East Air Force
17 August 1942Official Description
B-25’s of 81st Bomb Sq hit stores, depot and tank repair shops at Matruh. This marks debut of the MBs of the 12th Bomb Gp in ME.
Description
The 12th Bomb Group enters service in the Middle East when B-25 Mitchells of the 81st Bomb Squadron attack Matruh.
Mission Details
Matruh
Aircraft Type: B-25 Mitchell
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Type Category: Bombardment