A larger request, say for the entire War Diary, would probably necessitate a copying fee. The microfilm rolls are usually divided up between Group histories, Squadron histories, and tenant command histories. Bomb Group Associations - these associations were formed after the war, many in the 1970s. Formed by the veterans themselves they are tremendous resources for information. The associations have published books, documented their histories on videotape, compiled rosters, lists of aircraft, and many other details valuable to the researcher.
Many associations hold yearly reunions.
You can find Groups or individual squadrons by searching for them. Locating veterans One of the most common requests is help with finding crew members and other veterans. Social Security Death Index , search this online index for likely matches. This resource can save you a lot of time. WWII Honor Roll , if the veteran you are searching for was killed in action and buried overseas he should be listed in this database.