41st Bombardment Wing
| 41st Combat Bombardment Wing | |
|---|---|
Wing B-17 Flying Fortress | |
| Active | 1943 - 1945 |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Role | Command of heavy bomber forces |
| Engagements | European Theater of Operations |
| Decorations | Distinguished Unit Citation |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Robert F. Travis |
The 41st Combat Bombardment Wing is a disbanded United States Air Force unit. It was organized in February 1943 as the 41st Bombardment Wing. After organizing and training in the United States, it moved to England as an element of VIII Bomber Command. It took over the resources of a provisional wing in September 1943 and engaged in the strategic bombing campaign against Germany until V-E Day, earning a Distinguished Unit Citation. In June 1945, its component groups were reassigned and it was disbanded.