U.S. Army Air Forces Historical Society

U.S. Army Air Forces Historical Society The Society that keeps the legacy of the U.S.Army Air Forces alive. True living history by professional research, commitment and know how. U.S.

ARMY AIR FORCES HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Thanks for stopping by our page. The idea for this page and group started because a few friends with slightly different Air Power interests and impressions realized that there was so much more to the US Army Air Forces in Europe during WWII then just Bomb Groups-which is where most of us started. Since we collectively shared an interest in US WWII Air Power, we d

ecided to expand our impressions to include not only Bomber Crews, but also Fighter Pilots, Medium Bomber Crews, Troop Carrier Crews, and Glider Pilots. We also recognized the need for impressions of the myriad of ground and support personnel that enabled those fliers to fly and who outnumbered them by more than a hundredfold. It was the unsung work of the Staff Personnel, Armorers, Maintenance Teams, Radio Repairman, Firefighters, Truck Drivers, Chaplains, and even MPs who propelled the AAF Groups to become the point of the spear for the World’s most powerful Air Force. So we welcome all AAF impressions, WASPs (Women Air Force Service Pilots) and even the ARC Mobile Service (American Red Cross Ladies) who played an important role for motivating the Airmen and Ground Crews with their Coffee, Doughnuts and ever loving smiles. But we do have a few very basic ground rules, which are common sense and have to do more with appearance then anything else. We look forward to hearing from you and once again thanks again for stopping by and don’t forget to keep checking in. Our Historical Society represents and honors the 381st Bomb Group and its 4 Bomb Squadrons, 532nd, 533th, 534th, 535th
Since FB maps does not know Ridgewell Airfield in Essex, 381st BG, Station 167, we have chosen a nearby location :)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RAF_Ridgewell

02/09/2026
02/09/2026

The only B-29 in Europe during WW2! YB-29-BW (41-36393) nicknamed "Hobo Queen" was flown to several British airfields in early 1944 as part of a deception campaign to make Germany believe the bomber would be deployed against them.

Always good finding ourselves back in the 95th Bomb Group magazine. Thanks Robin! https://www.facebook.com/Angelsonourwi...
29/08/2026

Always good finding ourselves back in the 95th Bomb Group magazine. Thanks Robin!
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The amazing nose art, patches on our A2 jackets was done by our good friend Simon Williams. Simon is known for his excellent painting work. Every nose art can be reflected back to a WWII Airman history of the 95th Bomb Group. Some original jackets are to be seen in the 95th Bomb Group museum. A must go if you have never been there.

The scene of the photos was taken during our 'Friendly Invasion' visit at Thorpe Abbotts, 100th Bomb Group, on a hot sunny day.

The 95th and the 100th BG, our Air Base Homes when we are in the UK 😉🫡
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Have a good weekend friends and followers 🙏👋

Past weekend, representing the US Army Air Forces Historical Society at the Commemorative for the B-17G Flying Fortress ...
19/08/2026

Past weekend, representing the US Army Air Forces Historical Society at the Commemorative for the B-17G Flying Fortress serial number 42-102645, of the 365th Bomb Squadron, 305th Bomb Group. Known as the ' Can Do' Bomb Group.

The B-17G was shot down by a BF-109G, hit by FLAK 88 and it finally crashed in Zegelsem (Belgium-) after a mission over N**i Germany, target München but due bad weather, the mission was diverted to the 2nd target Karlsrühe. The B-17G finally crased in Zegelsgem, August 9, 1944.

Special thanks to Chairman Kris van Daele of N.S.B. Brakel (National Veterans Association Belgium )who invited us to participate in the Commemoration.

Our Duty To Remember 🙏

Before we'll up to the Fly In, a quick read in the Pilot's Manual for a safe take-off and a safe landing in Malle, Belgi...
14/08/2026

Before we'll up to the Fly In, a quick read in the Pilot's Manual for a safe take-off and a safe landing in Malle, Belgium 22-23 August 😅😅🙏See you there!👋

Happy Weekend 🫡
http://www.ebzr.be/fly-in/

Thanks Marcel 🙏🫡
26/07/2026

Thanks Marcel 🙏🫡

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20/07/2026

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Our latest Fold3 blog takes a look at some of the furry friends that boosted morale during World War II. See "Paws and Claws: The Incredible Mascots of WWII" here: https://f3.social/6yee

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