“VMB 611” Tee
Unit: VMB-611
Commissioned: October 1, 1943
Decommissioned: November 30, 1945
Insignia Artist: Concept by Maj. Prescott “Peck” Fagan, Drawn by George Connell
Date of Insignia: 1944
Aircraft Employed: PBJ-1D (Marine Corps version of the B-25 Mitchell)
Highlights: VMB-611 was a notable medium bomber squadron in World War II, the only Marine bomber squadron to operate in the Philippines during the war. They were involved in various combat missions, including close air support, air interdiction, and long-range patrols. The squadron experienced significant engagement in the Philippines Campaign, with 27% of aircrew casualties due to enemy fire. LtCol George A. Sarles, the commanding officer, was notably killed in action. The squadron was decommissioned shortly after the surrender of Japan.
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