FRE 709
IMAGEJudging from the mission marker scoreboard, this is most likely B-17F serial 42-5070 "Invasion 2nd" (coded LL-A) of the 401st Bomb Squadron, 91st BG. Printed caption on reverse: 'FORTRESSES DAY RAID ON WILHELMSHAVEN The German naval base at Wilhelmshaven was successfully attacked in daylight March 22 by American Flying Fortresses and Liberators. This was the third heavy raid for the U.S. bombers on Wilhelmshaven despite strong fighter opposition the bombers battled their way to the target and dropped their loads of explosives. Three bombers were lost. Associated Press Photos show, Ground crews loading parachute harness and uncovering bombs prior to takeoff. WCR (16 PIX) 23343. Note to Photo Censor, we have names and home-towns for all men photographed including interrogating officer. If any objection to use of names please advise AP' Handwritten caption on reverse: '91 BG 22/3/43 uncovering B-17 prior to raid.'
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment
Aircraft
- Aircraft Type: B-17 Flying Fortress
- Nicknames: Invasion II
- Unit: 91st Bomb Group 401st Bomb Squadron
Locations
- Site type: Airfield
Revisions
RAGGED IRREGULARS OF BASSINGBOURN by Marion Havelaar & William Hess.