The group converted to Republic P-47 Thunderbolts in July and supported the assault on southern France in August by dive-bombing gun positions, bridges, and radarfacilities, and by patrolling the combat zone.
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During World War II, the group served in combat with Ninth Air Force and Twelfth Air Forces, primarily in the Mediterranean, African, and Middle East Theater.
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