WW2 345th Bomber Group 'Air Apaches'

The 345th Bomb Group was formed in November 1942, and had four squadrons; the 498th, 499th, 500th and 501st. The Group was nicknamed, the "Air Apaches."

They were the first full Air Force combat group sent to the Pacific Theater and flew the B-25 Mitchell bomber.

The Group was awarded four Distinguished Unit Citations and was one of the most decorated units of WW2.

The 345th was deactivated in December 1945.

Hand embroidered with silver wire bullion on a brown oval shaped background.

• Size - h: 5" x w: 4 1/2"