8th Air Force Patch — The Mighty Eighth The Mighty Eighth conducted the daylight strategic bombing campaign over Nazi Germany — the most famous air force in history. This embroidered patch represents the 8th Air Force, known as "The Mighty Eighth," the most famous numbered air force in United States Air Force history. During World War II, the 8th Air Force conducted the daylight strategic bombing campaign against Nazi Germany from bases in England, suffering the highest casualties of any American military organization in the war. B-17 and B-24 crews flew deep into the heart of the Third Reich, facing lethal anti-aircraft fire and Luftwaffe fighters on every mission. Today, the 8th Air Force continues as part of Air Force Global Strike Command, operating B-52H and B-2 bombers. Perfect For: 8th Air Force heritage fans, WWII Mighty Eighth historians, strategic bombing enthusiasts, and USAF numbered air force patch collectors. The Mighty Eighth — the most famous air force in history.
