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The 72nd Bombardment Squadron was originally the 72nd Aero Squadron during World War I. The unit was assigned to Hickam Field, Hawaii.

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This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.

Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type AWARDS-Insignia Physical Description United States Army Air Corps 72nd Bombardment Squadron painted leather insignia; white clouds and lightning burst on black background; white border stripe. Dimensions 3-D: 12.5 × 0.2cm (4 15/16 × 1/16 in.)
Materials Leather
Paint
Inventory Number A19710415000 Credit Line Donated by Miss Katherine M. Smart Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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