(H) Stands for Heavy, and that means B-17's, the Flying Fortress.
The 301st BG flew its first missions as part of the 8th AF in England. They were transferred to the newly created 12th AF and sent to North Africa in November of 1942.
The 301st Bombardment Group Heavy was comprised of 4 bomb squadrons. The 32nd, 352nd, 353rd and 419th.
To see more visit the official 301st Bombardment Group Website
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