729th Tac Squardrine

The 729th Tactical Squadron was an operational unit of the United States Air Force, originally constituted as part of the 452nd Bombardment Group during World War II. Activated in 1943, the squadron flew B-26 Marauder bombers in the European Theater, conducting strategic bombing missions against enemy targets in France and Germany. After the war, the unit was re-designated and served in various tactical roles during the Cold War, including as a part of the Air Force Reserve. The 729th developed a distinguished record, earning multiple commendations for its combat performance and operational excellence before subsequent inactivations and reactivations.