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No longer active.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