WWII USAAF Unit History "40th Bombardment Group (VH)" w/ Roster of George Shaw, 44th Bomb Sq

This is a hardcover copy of the United States Air Force World War II unit history entitled "40th Bombardment Group (VH)". This copy belonged to New Hampshire native George Shaw, 44th bomb Squadron, whose name is highlighted in the directory. The book documents the period from April 1944 through autumn 1945, when the 40th served in India, China And Tinian, in the Northern Mariana islands. There are several photos from their journey, including some aerial photography of decimated spots in Japan, and some always popular nose art. The back of the book has combat statistics and a full roster. It was published in 1949 by Newsfoto Publishing Company of San Angelo, Texas.

Published 1949.

Unnumbered pages; approximately 10-3/4" in height and 8-1/4" in width.

Embossed cover, glossy paper.

Glued binding.

Published by Newsfoto Publishing Co. of San Angelo, Texas; embossed Newsfoto logo on rear cover.

This is from a WWII USAAF unit history collection that we will be listing more of over the next few months. LAGEX2/14 SAEJX12/14

8 (Excellent-): The book has only light wear and has a few highlighted spots inside.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.