305th Bomb Group (H)

The 305th Bomb Group (H) was a unit of the United States Army Air Forces during World War II, specializing in strategic bombing missions. Established in 1942, it used B-17 Flying Fortress bombers to target enemy infrastructure, supply lines, and military installations across Europe. Based in England, the group played a crucial role in the air war by conducting lengthy and dangerous missions. Their efforts contributed significantly to the Allied victory by disrupting enemy operations and aiding ground forces. After the war, the group was inactivated, but it remains a historical symbol of American air power during the conflict.