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Men like Chick Harding, the two “Bucks,” “Cowboy” Roane, Harry Crosby, and “Rosie” Rosenthal all added to the unit’s distinct history and reputation. The collection of missions, actions, and personalities created a synergy making the 100th Bomb Group one of the most storied units of World War II.
The Bloody Hundredth. Welcome to the official website of the 100th Bomb Group Foundation, home to the most comprehensive archival accounts of the men, missions and machines of World War II’s 100th Bombardment Group.
Jan 23, 2024 · Of the 18 aircraft supplied by the United States Army Air Forces’ (USAAF) 100th Bombardment Group, 5 were forced to turn back before reaching Münster, while 13 carried on. Only one plane...
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Jul 11, 2018 · The 100th was constituted as a heavy bomber group inside the Eighth Air Force, which, at peak strength on D-Day, June 6, 1944, fielded 40 groups of Boeing B-17s and Consolidated B-24s.
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The 100th Bomb Group is one of the most famous of the Second World War - earning the nickname 'The Bloody Hundredth'. Their heroic experiences feature in the upcoming war drama Masters Of The Air. But where did their legend come from?
Mar 15, 2024 · The Bloody Hundredth: Directed by Laurent Bouzereau, Mark Herzog. With Tom Hanks, Robert Rosenthal, Steven Spielberg, James Stewart. It honors the heroes of the 100th Bomb Group.
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