21st Fighter Group

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:active_years 1940-1945
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:P-51_Mustang
gptkb:Curtiss_P-40_Warhawk
gptkb:P-47_Thunderbolt
Over 200 enemy aircraft
Various fighter aircraft used throughout its history.
Conducted air operations in various theaters.
Emphasized aircraft maintenance and readiness.
Provided air defense for Allied forces
gptkbp:awards Numerous unit awards received.
gptkbp:base gptkb:Barksdale_Field
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Colonel_John_A._Mc_Gowan
gptkbp:cultural_heritage Part of the lineage of the 21st Fighter Wing.
gptkbp:disbanded 1945
gptkbp:fighting_style Over 200
gptkbp:filmography gptkb:European_Theater_of_Operations
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:North_American_F-86_Sabre
gptkbp:has_ability Maintained high levels of combat readiness.
gptkbp:headquarters Barksdale Field, Louisiana
gptkbp:historical_documentation Documented history available for research.
gptkbp:historical_event Records maintained by the USAF Historical Research Agency.
gptkbp:historical_impact Significant impact on air combat strategies.
gptkbp:historical_significance First American fighter group to engage in combat in Europe.
gptkbp:home_ground Numerous ground support missions
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label 21st Fighter Group
gptkbp:insignia Group emblem
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in Memorials and reunions held annually.
gptkbp:is_decorated_with gptkb:Distinguished_Unit_Citation
gptkbp:is_engaged_in gptkb:World_War_II
gptkbp:leadership Strong leadership throughout its history.
gptkbp:legacy Influenced future fighter tactics.
gptkbp:location gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:losses Significant losses during combat.
gptkbp:military_branch Provided support for veterans.
gptkbp:mission Participated in numerous combat missions.
gptkbp:motto We Fight to Win
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:The_Gamblers
gptkbp:notable_achievement Recognized for its contributions to military aviation.
gptkbp:notable_allies Formed alliances with other military units.
Worked alongside RAF and other Allied forces.
gptkbp:notable_battle Maintained military traditions and customs.
gptkbp:notable_members gptkb:Captain_Don_Gentile
gptkb:Lieutenant_Colonel_John_C._Meyer
gptkb:Major_George_Preddy
gptkbp:operational_status gptkb:Inactive
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:partnerships Engaged with local communities post-service.
gptkbp:reform Reorganized multiple times during its service.
gptkbp:retired gptkb:Tactical_Air_Command
gptkbp:retirement_year Transitioned to reserve status.
Involved in various air shows and community events.
gptkbp:role fighter aircraft operations
gptkbp:squadrons gptkb:23rd_Fighter_Squadron
gptkb:21st_Fighter_Squadron
gptkb:22nd_Fighter_Squadron
gptkbp:status No longer active.
gptkbp:strategic_importance Key role in air superiority during WWII.
gptkbp:successor gptkb:21st_Fighter_Wing
gptkbp:training Pilot training and aircraft maintenance
Developed training programs for pilots.
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:7th_Army_Air_Force
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6