Headquarters Squadron (HQ Squadron)
U.S. Army Air Force (USAAF), 5th Air Force (5th AF), 38th Bombardment Group (38th FG)

Background
The Headquarters Squadron (HQ Squadron) of the 38th Bombardment Group (38th BG), in the U.S. Army Air Force (USAAF).

Wartime History
In early 1942 departs overseas bound for Australia. On February 25, 1942 arrives Brisbane. On March 8, 1942 moves to Ballarat Airfield. On April 30, 1942 moves to Amberly Field near Brisbane.

References
Sun Setters of the Southwest Pacific Area (2011) 38th Bombardment Group definitive group history published by the 38th BG Association
38th Bomb Group Association association website