508th Fighter Squadron D-Day Legacy Hat Made in USA by Aeroplane Apparel Co.

The 508th Fighter Squadron Ball Cap by Aeroplane Apparel Company is a USA-made, union-crafted cotton twill hat featuring the historic insignia of the 508th Fighter Squadron, designed for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs to commemorate the unit’s legacy.Crafted with Pride: Proudly union-made in the USA from durable 100% cotton twill, this D-Day commemorative cap showcases the original squadron insignia, representing the finest in American craftsmanship.508th Fighter Squadron's Historic LegacyWhen aviation enthusiasts ask, "What is the history behind the 508th Fighter Squadron hat?", they uncover a unit initially deployed to England in 1943 with P-39 Airacobras. Later, they were re-equipped with the more capable P-47 Thunderbolt. The pilots of this legendary WWII aviation squadron were in action over Normandy on June 6, 1944. They played a crucial role in enabling Omar Bradley's First Army to break out into the French countryside at Saint-Lo. The 508th continued supporting Allied f