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First edition of this authoritative record of the 56th Fighter Group's achievements in the European Theater of Operations. Quarto, original publisher's cloth, pictorial endpapers, illustrated. Signed by 13 members of the 56th Fighter Group on the half-title page including Robert S. Johnson, Robert J. Rankin, Billy G. Edens (with an additional signed card by Edens laid-in), and more. In near fine condition. The 56th Fighter Group was a distinguished unit of the United States Army Air Forces during World War II, notable for its exceptional combat performance in the European Theater. Activated in 1941 and initially stationed in the United Kingdom, the group was equipped with the P-47 Thunderbolt, a robust fighter aircraft that played a crucial role in gaining air superiority. Known as the "Zemke's Wolfpack," named after their commanding officer, Colonel Hubert Zemke, the 56th Fighter Group was renowned for its aggressive tactics and high operational tempo. They were instrumental in escorting bombers on strategic missions and engaging in intense dogfights with German Luftwaffe fighters. Their contributions were vital in securing air dominance over Europe, and the group's legacy is celebrated for its bravery and effectiveness in one of the most pivotal periods of aerial warfare.
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