Ww2 RARE Original Photo VPB-52 PBY Catalina 52-P-2 & USAAF Aircraft A-20.Havoc for Sale

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Ww2 RARE Original Photo VPB-52 PBY Catalina 52-P-2 & USAAF Aircraft A-20.Havoc For Sale

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Ww2 RARE Original Photo VPB-52 PBY Catalina 52-P-2 & USAAF Aircraft A-20.Havoc:
$75.40

This original WW2 photo depicts a VPB-52 PBY Catalina 52-P-2 USN aircraft and a USAAF A-20 Havoc at a Pacific theater airfield.

The photo captures a pivotal moment in history during the WW2 conflict. The photo is of great value to collectors of militaria items, especially those interested in the region of origin, the United States. The authenticity of the photo is guaranteed as it is an original period item from the WW2 era. The photograph is in good condition and will make a great addition to any collection.

2 3/4 x 3 3/4

VPB-52 was a Patrol Bombing Squadron of the U.S. Navy.

Designated Patrol Squadron 52 (VP-52) on 1 July 1941, redesignated Patrol Bombing Squadron 52 (VPB-52) on 1 October 1944 and disestablished on 7 April 1945.

13 May 1944: VP-52 conducted missions from Humboldt Bay, Hollandia, in the area of New Guinea, New Britain and in the Bismarck Sea.

15 July 1944: The squadron was transferred to Woendi Lagoon where it conducted ASW patrols and Dumbo (air-sea rescue) missions for downed flyers in support of the bombing of Woleai, Truk and Yap islands.

18 September 1944: VP-52 operated from NAF Manus, with rotation of detachments to Treasury, Green and Emirau islands.

9 December 1944: VPB-52 was reunited for transfer to the United States via NAS Kaneohe Bay, arriving at NAS San Diego, aboard USS Breton on 31 December.

7 April 1945: VPB-52 was disestablished.