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Offline JRCrow

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Historical data
« on: September 13, 2006, 09:50:26 AM »
Here is a little historical data you guys might find interesting.

The 390th participated in 301 operational missions, dropping over 19,000 tons of bombs. 179 of its aircraft were lost, with 147 missing in action and 32 due to other causes. The Group's accomplishments show a total of 378 enemy aircraft destroyed, 78 probably destroyed, and 97 damaged. The Group was awarded two Presidential Unit Citations,  six Battle Streamers and many commendations. During its combat history the Group's bombing accuracy was reported as the best in the 8th Air Force and its aircraft losses were the lowest per mission flown/bombs dropped.

Granted I am sure not every bomber group had a kill ratio like that.  I think they had 999000 and Tatertot with them  :-)

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