FRE 2230
IMAGEGround personnel of the 386th Bomb Group connect bombs to a hoist, in order to load them into a B-26 Marauder. Image stamped on reverse: 'Not to be published.' [stamp], 'Ministry of Information 19 Aug 1943.' [stamp] nand '279554.' [Censor no.] Printed caption on reverse: 'AT THE US MARAUDERS BASE. the B-26 Marauders, American super medium bombers are operating now from bases in Britain. This series of pictures shows various scenes at the airfield where the ground crew and the fliers work together to deliver heavy blows against German Airports and industrial targets. Already the German Fighters which have attempted to intercept the Marauders, have felt the deadly sting of their concentrated fire power and many crews are credited with a couple of Jerries. Keystone Photo Shows: Ground crew adjusting connections for hoisting the bombs in their place. US Pool/F Keystone.'
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment