USAF Patch 863rd BOMBARDMENT Squadron 493rd BOMB GROUP (Inactive)

Description: This USAF machine-embroidered patch measures 2" by 2.75", used condition. A great find for any military collectible enthusiast. Established as an I Bomber Command squadron in late 1942; later assigned to Army Air Forces Antisubmarine Command with a mission to conduct antisubmarine patrols over New England coastline using light observation aircraft. Later re-equipped with B-25 Mitchell medium bombers, October 1942-September 1943 when the antisubmarine mission was taken over by the United States Navy. Re-equipped with B-24 Liberator heavy bombers and reassigned for training at Pueblo Army Air Base, Colorado. Squadron personnel formed the core of the newly established 493d Bombardment Group, moving to McCook Army Airfield, Nebraska where it completed training as part of the newly formed group. Was deployed to the European Theater of Operations (ETO), being assigned to VIII Bomber Command in England. Assigned to RAF Debach until the end of the European War in May 1945, with a temporary move to RAF Wormingford in early 1945 while runways were being repaired at Debach.Used B-24's until they were replaced with B-17's in September 1944. Engaged in long-range strategic bombardment of enemy targets in Nazi Germany and Occupied Europe. The squadron operated chiefly against industrial and military installations in Germany, attacking an ordnance depot at Magdeburg, marshalling yards at Cologne, synthetic oil plants at Merseburg, a railroad tunnel at Ahrweiler, bridges at Irlich, factories at Frankfurt, and other strategic objectives. Additional operations included striking airfields, bridges, and gun batteries prior to and during the invasion of Normandy in June 1944; hitting enemy positions to assist ground forces south of Caen and at St Lo in July 1944; bombing German fortifications to cover the airborne attack on the Netherlands in September 1944; attacking enemy communications during the Battle of the Bulge, December 1944-January 1945; and assisting the airborne assault across the Rhine in March 1945. The squadron redeployed to the United States. in July and August 1945. Reassembled at Sioux Falls Army Air Field, South Dakota on August 12, however the Japanese Capitulation negated the need for the unit to train in B-29s and re-deploy to the Pacific Theater. The personnel were demobilized and the unit was inactivated there on August 28, 1945. For any unsatisfactory reason, item can be returned within 30 days for full refund (less S&H fee). For more selection, please visit our eBay store. Thanks! Shipping PolicyAt eBay, we are committed to providing a positive shopping experience for our customers. We offer both domestic and international shipping options to ensure you can get your items quickly and safely. We offer a variety of shipping services, which vary by item, size and delivery address.Domestic Shipping:Items shipped within the U.S. are generally delivered via USPS or UPS depending on the size and weight of the item. Domestic orders usually take 3-5 days to be delivered. Any additional fees, taxes or duties are the responsibility of the customer.International Shipping:Items shipped outside of the U.S. may be subject to import taxes, customs duties, and other fees levied by the destination country. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. eBay is not responsible for any additional fees or delays due to customs.Shipping Charges:The cost of shipping and handling will be clearly stated on the listing page. Any additional fees or taxes may be added to the total cost.We hope this shipping policy helps clarify our shipping process. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding shipping.

Price: 10.95 USD

Location: Midway City, California

End Time: 2024-09-19T22:32:42.000Z

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