Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Clarksburg Ohio World War II history: Today, the 392nd Bomb Group names B-24 in honor of WACS: G.I. Jane.


Today in Ohio World War II History: Clarksburg Ohio world war II veterans continue to position themselves throughout the world for war.

February 11, 1944: Edward Lowe’s ship docks in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater. Lt. Jack Morris writes to his parents about a recent trip to London as well as about a ceremony the 392nd Bomb Group held with the WACS naming a B-24 Liberator in their group "G.I. Jane” (pictured left). Tom Eycke sets sail for the Pacific Theater. Vernon Bethel transfers from Camp Forrest, Tennessee to Watersboro, South Carolina.

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