Welcome to the 384th Bombardment Group Museum
Step back in time and explore the incredible legacy of the 384th Bombardment Group, a unit of the U.S. Army Air Forces that served in England during World War II.
Our Museum is dedicated to preserving the stories of the brave American airmen and those that made their missions possible who flew from RAF Grafton Underwood, facing immense challenges in the skies over Europe. Through historical exhibits, personal accounts, and wartime artifacts, we honor their sacrifice, dedication, and the deep bond forged between the U.S. and the United Kingdom.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a veteran’s family member, or someone discovering the story for the first time, we invite you to explore the heroism, resilience, and contributions of the 384th Bombardment Group.
Join us in remembering their service and ensuring their stories live on for generations to come.
Our Museum is indebted to the 384th Bomb Group Heritage Association for their continued support, and for the use of their excellent website for our research.
Please visit www.384thbombgroup.com to learn more about the men, the missions and the 384th Bombardment Group. The site contains a wealth of information and images about all matters relating to the 384th Bombardment Group.
Together, we’ll “Keep the Show on the Road”.
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1945-03-28 - Mission 299
Mission number: 299
On 28th March 1945 the 384th were in action again with 43 B17s assigned to a mission to bomb the Berlin/Spandau motor transport works in Germany. With 2 B17s that scrubbed and 1 that aborted the mission 40 aircraft took off and made their way towards the target. Low Squadron lead today was Trail Blazer piloted by Raymond D Cook with Commander Phillip Young Williams and 3 navigators on board (pictured). It was the final mission of the t...
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Thomas James Hickey Jnr. - Flexible Gunner
S/Sgt. Thomas J. Hickey Jnr. Flexible Gunner 547th Bomb Squadron 384th Bombardment Group (Heavy) Serial Nr 12032033 In the course of his duties, Thomas Jr. was awarded the Purple Heart medal, Air Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Distinguished Flying Cross (on two occasions according to his obituary). Thomas James Hickey Jr. was born in Limerick, Ireland in 1923. His father, also Thomas James Hickey (born 31st March 1895?), had serve...
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The 384th Bombardment Group (Heavy) was activated on December 1, 1942, at Gowen Field, Idaho. It trained in Wendover, Utah, and Sioux City, Iowa, before deploying to Grafton Underwood Airfield, England in May 1943. Combat operations in the European Theatre of Operations began on 22nd June 1943, with the final mission coming on 25th April, 1945. The group became part of the 41st Combat Bombardment Wing of the 1st Air Division and was assigned the Triangle-P tail code.
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