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Flight Patch - USAAF - Pugnacious Pups - 355th Fighter Squadron - WWII - D.003 For Sale
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Flight Patch - USAAF - Pugnacious Pups - 355th Fighter Squadron - WWII - D.003:
$48.33
355th Fighter Squadron - 1960\'s - 1970\'s Repro Pugnacious Pups - (Patch shows Greek god Mercury) - USAAF
WWII, World War II design - 1960\'s - 1970\'s Reproduction. USAAF - WWII - Vietnam War Era made - Superb Condition
Measures - 4 x 3.8 inches (10 x 9.5 cms)
The 355th Fighter Squadron, known as the \"Pugnacious Pups,\" was part of the 354th Fighter Group during World War II. Here\'s a brief overview of their service history: Service History: Formation and Early Operations: - The 355th Fighter Squadron was activated on November 15, 1942, in the United States.
- The squadron trained with P-39 Airacobras before transitioning to P-51 to Europe:
- The squadron arrived in England in October 1943 and became part of the Ninth Air Force.
- They were stationed at RAF Boxted and later at RAF Lashenden in England.
Key Engagements: - The 355th Fighter Squadron flew escort missions for bombers, strafed enemy targets, and engaged in air-to-air combat over Europe.
- They participated in the D-Day invasion of Normandy, providing air support and helping establish air superiority over the and Achievements:
- The squadron earned several Distinguished Unit Citations for their bravery and effectiveness in combat.
- They were credited with numerous enemy aircraft kills and played a significant role in reducing the Luftwaffe\'s Period:
- After the war in Europe ended in May 1945, the squadron returned to the United States.
- The 355th Fighter Squadron was inactivated on November 10, 1945.
The 355th Fighter Squadron, \"Pugnacious Pups,\" distinguished themselves as a highly effective and skilled unit during World War II, contributing significantly to the Allied victory in Europe.
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