(H) Stands for Heavy, and that means B-17's, the Flying Fortress.
The 301st BG flew its first missions as part of the 8th AF in England. They were transferred to the newly created 12th AF and sent to North Africa in November of 1942.
Above, the Cotton Eyed Joe makes an emergency landing.
Below, the Red Cross serves coffee and donuts after a mission. Notice tent city in the background and the runway; also called landing ground.
Pictures courtesy of John Oakley.
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