1944

Feb 19, 2024

10-13 January, 368th FG arrives in Greenham Common Berkshire, England and belonged to the 9th Army Air Force (AAF)

14 March, began combat operations with the 9th AAF when the group flew a fighter sweep over the coast of France.

15 March, moved to Chilbolton Hampshire, England

May, received first batch of P-51 “Mustang’s”.

20 June, moved to Cardonville, France to support landings at Normandy.

25 July, participated in the air operations that prepared the way for the allied break through St Lo, France.

23 August, moved to Chatres, France.

3 September, awarded Presidential Unit Citation (PUC) for support operations in the vacinity of Mons, Belgium.

11 September, moved to Laon, France and awarded Distinguished Unit Citation (DUC) in Germany.

2 October, moved to Chievers, Belgium.

1 November, Col Frank S. Perego assumes command of the 368th FG.

December, continued to support ground forces, participated in the assault against the Siegfried Line and took part in the Battle of the Bulge.

27 December, moved to Juvincourt, France.

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