Once completed Old Buckenham became the home for the 453rd Bomb Group . From December 1943 until May 1945 they flew 259 missions over enemy teritory in B24's. They delivered some 15,804 Tons of Bombs but sadly lost 58 aircraft and the lives of 366 aircrew. James Stewart served as Executive Officer at Old Buckenham during the spring of 1944. The 453rd were taken off operations on the 12th April 1945.
by Cees Donker (2005-07-06 07:41:07)
by Cees Donker (2005-07-06 07:41:07)
