Gooney Birds and Ferry Tales: The 27th Air Transport Group in World War II

The narrative highlights the crucial yet overlooked contributions of the 27th Air Transport Group during World War II, particularly in supporting the 8th and 9th Air Forces. Utilizing C-47 aircraft, they conducted various essential operations, including frontline resupply and medical evacuations. Notably, they played a key role in Patton's advance by delivering fuel and executed a significant mission on Christmas Eve 1944 to aid troops at the Battle of the Bulge. The book features personal stories, over 600 photographs, and the official history of the unit, celebrating the dedication of its members.