[Shawn 507]

OK so I'll be in and out this week playing Army, but I'll ask this now and see what happens. Which are the correct call letters for the 703rd BS? Is it (RN) or (IS)? Also, what is the break down for the tail letters (aircraft call sign) and the (+) and (-) symbols (also seen on the fuselage after sqdrn call letters ) within the BS? Not to mention the bar seen above the letter on the tail. Eagerly awaiting the fog to lift on this one.
- Shawn

[Tundra04]

Originally Posted by Shawn 507

OK so I'll be in and out this week playing Army, but I'll ask this now and see what happens. Which are the correct call letters for the 703rd BS? Is it (RN) or (IS)? Also, what is the break down for the tail letters (aircraft call sign) and the (+) and (-) symbols (also seen on the fuselage after sqdrn call letters ) within the BS? Not to mention the bar seen above the letter on the tail. Eagerly awaiting the fog to lift on this one.
- Shawn

Shawn,

Here's the breakdown of the squadrons:

700th	IS	Bombardment	1943-1945
701st	MK	Bombardment	1943-1945
702nd	WV	Bombardment	1943-1945
703rd	RN	Bombardment	1943-1945

From the following page, search for 445th BG for a nice overview of the Groups operations, bases, etc. This is a great site to search for preliminary information on any WWII air groups, squadrons, etc.:
http://www.armyairforces.com/default.asp

Now, let's see if I can find some answers for your other questions!