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90th Bomb Group Special Collection SDASM.SC.10195
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  • Language of Material: English
    Contributing Institution: San Diego Air and Space Museum Library and Archives
    Title: 90th Bomb Group Special Collection
    creator: Fetter, Thomas
    Identifier/Call Number: SDASM.SC.10195
    Physical Description: 1 Cubic Feet 5 Large Bankers Boxes, 5.5 Cubic Feet.
    Date (inclusive): 1941-1945
    Abstract: This collection documents the 90th Bombardment Group service during World War II. The 90th, known as the "Jolly Rogers" served with the 5th Air Force in the Pacific Theater during the Second World War.

    Biographical / Historical

    Formed in early 1942, the 90th Bombardment Group, part of the Fifth Air Force of the United States Army Air forces, operated the Consolidated B-24 Liberator heavy bomber in the Southwest Pacific Theater, initially from Queensland, Australia. The group was awarded two Distinguished Unit Citations and the Philippine Presidential Unit Citation for its extensive and meritorious combat service.

    Conditions Governing Access

    The collection is open to researchers by appointment.

    Conditions Governing Use

    Some copyright may be reserved. Consult with the library director for more information.

    Immediate Source of Acquisition

    The materials in this Collection were donated to the San Diego Air and Space Museum.

    Scope and Contents

    5 large Bankers Boxes, 5.5 cubic feet.

    Related Materials

    B-24 Subject Files B-24 Photos

    Subjects and Indexing Terms

    World War, 1939-1945
    World War, 1939-1945 -- Campaigns -- Pacific Area
    United States. Air Force. Air Force, 5th
    United States. Army Air Forces. Bomb Group, 90th
    Consolidated B-24 Liberator Family
    Fetter, Thomas