| 368th Fighter Group |
| Welcome to the official site of the 368th Fighter Group Association |
| SECOND TO NONE The History of the 368th Fighter Group |
| Group Headquarters, Staff Sections, & Supporting Units |
| Group & Squadron pages include Photo Albums with hundreds of photos. |
| Dedicated to the brave men that served with and supported the 368th Fighter Group. We must never forget the sacrifices made to protect our freedom and to free the people of Europe. Thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. "Nulli Secundus!" |
| 395th Fighter Squadron "Panzer Dusters" |
| 396th Fighter Squadron "Thunder Bums" |
| 397th Fighter Squadron "Jabo Angels" |
| 368th Fallen Brothers |
| 368th Fighter Group Web Pages Click on the icons to navigate site |
| 368th Aerial Victories |
| 368th Nose Art & Aircraft Profiles |
| The P-47 |
| Gun Camera Film |
| The History Channel program Dogfights featured 368th FG pilot George Sutcliffe |
| Webmaster 368th FG Association TSgt Kenneth Kik, USAFR Retired Grandson of "Panzer Duster" Pilot Captain Richard Kik Jr ken.kik@368thfightergroup.com |
| 368th Combat Record, Awards & Decorations |
| 368th History & Timeline |
Ballad of the 368th Fighter Group
Gerald M. Hanson
These brave young men came from near’ every state,
to save the free world from terror and hate.
Leaving their loved ones at home to worry and wait,
they joined the Fighter Group numbered three sixty-eight.
They headed for war with courage and their skills,
to battle the Axis powers that outlawed freedom and free will.
Back in the states they prayed to the Almighty up in Heaven,
He answered their prayers with the P-47.
The pilots, they were dauntless whenever they flew,
entrusting their safe return to both God and Ground Crew.
They wreaked havoc and hell from the wild blue yonder,
flying tight in formation in their trusted fighter/bombers.
When planes didn’t return it was part of the high cost,
the price of our freedom paid, by those injured and lost.
We thank our Greatest Generation, who fought ‘till the war was won,
like the 368th Fighter Group, it was always “Second to None”.
Gerald M. Hanson
These brave young men came from near’ every state,
to save the free world from terror and hate.
Leaving their loved ones at home to worry and wait,
they joined the Fighter Group numbered three sixty-eight.
They headed for war with courage and their skills,
to battle the Axis powers that outlawed freedom and free will.
Back in the states they prayed to the Almighty up in Heaven,
He answered their prayers with the P-47.
The pilots, they were dauntless whenever they flew,
entrusting their safe return to both God and Ground Crew.
They wreaked havoc and hell from the wild blue yonder,
flying tight in formation in their trusted fighter/bombers.
When planes didn’t return it was part of the high cost,
the price of our freedom paid, by those injured and lost.
We thank our Greatest Generation, who fought ‘till the war was won,
like the 368th Fighter Group, it was always “Second to None”.
| Bridge Busters! |
| The 368th FG led the 9th AF with 33 destroyed & 44 damaged. |
| If you have any questions, comments, or items you would like to submit to our site; Please e-mail me at: ken.kik@368thfightergroup.com |
| Our YouTube Channel with Combat film from 368th FG Pilots. |
| An area dedicated to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. |
| The 368th FG is the top scoring 9th AF Thunderbolt Group |
| Detailed pages with information on production, serial numbers, armament & power plant |
| EXTREMELY IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT! I WILL BE REBUILDING OUR 368TH FG WEBSITE |
| Did you know the 368th FG logged 45,390 combat hours in the air? |
| What was the 368th FG doing on this date back during the war? |
Second to None:
The History of the 368th Fighter Group
4th Edition Hardcover
by Dr. Timothy M. Grace
Click here to order the 4th Edition
Click here for information about our book.
The History of the 368th Fighter Group
4th Edition Hardcover
by Dr. Timothy M. Grace
Click here to order the 4th Edition
Click here for information about our book.
| 368th Fighter Group in print |
Honor Thy Father
by Kenton L. Baughman
Biography of Loyd L. Baughman of Longton, Kansas,
P-47 armorer in the 396th FS, 368th FG.
Written by his son Kenton L. Baughman.
260 Pages
Click here to purchase from lulu.com
by Kenton L. Baughman
Biography of Loyd L. Baughman of Longton, Kansas,
P-47 armorer in the 396th FS, 368th FG.
Written by his son Kenton L. Baughman.
260 Pages
Click here to purchase from lulu.com
| The 368th Fighter Group Association promotes these items to educate and honor. We do not profit from the sales. |
Hey, I'm Not Dead Yet
by Rupert B. Maxwell
The life story of Rupert B. Maxwell. P-47
Pilot and POW with the 368th FG; 396th
FS.
Rupert tells his life long stories is this
wonderful and inspirational book.
428 Pages
Click here to purchase from lulu.com
by Rupert B. Maxwell
The life story of Rupert B. Maxwell. P-47
Pilot and POW with the 368th FG; 396th
FS.
Rupert tells his life long stories is this
wonderful and inspirational book.
428 Pages
Click here to purchase from lulu.com
| ALG A-3 Cardonville Then & Now |
| 368th Fighter Group in Action! |
| Pre-deployment Training 1943 |
| Into the War England Jan 1944 - June 1944 |
| Occupation Duty May 45 - Aug 46 |
| Invasion & Normandy ALG's June 44 - Aug 44 |
| 368th Fighter Group Historian and Author Dr. Tim Grace holding the 3rd edition hardcover version of "Second To None" |
| Ardennes to Victory Jan 45 - May 45 |
| Breakout to The Bulge Aug 44 - Jan 45 |
| 368th Fighter Group Association News & Notes |
Silent Voices from the Past Series
by Kenton L. Baughman
A record of the men who served with the 368th Fighter Group in 4
volumes. Click on th link below or book cover to order from Lulu.com
368th Fighter Group Headquarters
395th Fighter Squadron
396th Fighter Squadron
397th Fighter Squadron
by Kenton L. Baughman
A record of the men who served with the 368th Fighter Group in 4
volumes. Click on th link below or book cover to order from Lulu.com
368th Fighter Group Headquarters
395th Fighter Squadron
396th Fighter Squadron
397th Fighter Squadron
The 1st Edition printing was a 541 page trade paperback published in 2006, if you're lucky you might find one on Ebay or Amazon.
The 2nd Edition was a 544 page blue hardcover in honor of the 397th Fighter Squadron "Jabo Angels" published in 2008.
The 3rd Edition was a 554 page red hardcover in honor of the 395th Fighter Squadron "Panzer Dusters" published in 2013.
The 4th Edition is a 554 page yellow hardcover in honor of the 396th Fighter Squadron "Thunder Bums" published in 2016
and is available as a very limited edition. VERY FEW LEFT FOR SALE!
Each edition features updated information and photos.
The 2nd Edition was a 544 page blue hardcover in honor of the 397th Fighter Squadron "Jabo Angels" published in 2008.
The 3rd Edition was a 554 page red hardcover in honor of the 395th Fighter Squadron "Panzer Dusters" published in 2013.
The 4th Edition is a 554 page yellow hardcover in honor of the 396th Fighter Squadron "Thunder Bums" published in 2016
and is available as a very limited edition. VERY FEW LEFT FOR SALE!
Each edition features updated information and photos.
| 368th FG Library and Document Warehouse |
| 368th FG Gun Camera Film |
| Recently uploaded a great gun film compilation from 22 different 368th FG pilots to our YouTube site. Film includes 6-7June44 and 3Sept44 missions + aerial combat. |
| Angela Kik, Marge Grace, Tim Grace and Kenneth Kik 368th FG Reunion in Kalamazoo, MI |
| I WILL BEGIN REBUILDING OUR SITE IN THE NEXT COUPLE MONTHS The program I use will no longer be supported for uploads - we're due a refresh anyway Due to the amount of information and 700+ photos this may take a couple months to complete The site may be down for a short period and not all content will be available until completion Thank you for your patience in this process! Ken Get the newest 368th book! Written by 397th FS Crew Chief Danny Mast From The Bronx to the "Bulge" and Beyond: Dan Mast, The Story of His Life Click here to order from Amazon |
On Day 9 of the Battle of the Bulge, 2nd Lt. Donald N Evans was shot down behind
enemy lines. Defying odds, he survived bailing out of his P-47 fighter plane seconds
before it crashed. He limped and crawled through the snow-covered Ardennes Forest
until after dark, trying to find a way back to the American front lines. Lost, cold, and
hungry, Don spent Christmas Eve huddled under a pine tree, wondering if he'd ever see
his family again. Ahead lay capture by Nazi SS Troops, a 200-mile forced march, near
starvation, abuse by guards, and internment in a German POW camp. His will to
overcome nearly insurmountable odds is inspiring. That he actually did so is a miracle.
enemy lines. Defying odds, he survived bailing out of his P-47 fighter plane seconds
before it crashed. He limped and crawled through the snow-covered Ardennes Forest
until after dark, trying to find a way back to the American front lines. Lost, cold, and
hungry, Don spent Christmas Eve huddled under a pine tree, wondering if he'd ever see
his family again. Ahead lay capture by Nazi SS Troops, a 200-mile forced march, near
starvation, abuse by guards, and internment in a German POW camp. His will to
overcome nearly insurmountable odds is inspiring. That he actually did so is a miracle.
| MISSING A World War II Story of Love, Friendships, Courage, and Survival by Kenneth Evans |
| An incredible book about 397th FS, 368th FG pilot Don Evans Click here to order from Amazon.com |
