Glenn Miller, the legendary bandleader, performed at Thorpe Abbotts on Friday 1st September 1944. In attendance, apart from the 100th Bomb G

Figures such as Major Robert ‘Rosie’ Rosenthal are showcased; a 100th Bomb Group legend who flew 52 missions with the 100th Bomb Group when

The 100th Bomb Group’s B-17 Flying Fortresses were heavy bomber aircraft which specialised in daylight raids deep into German territory, at

Station 139 at Thorpe Abbotts included a photography unit lead by John Schwarz that recorded daily life at the airfield as well as bombing m

One of the original buildings from the airbase, the engine shed provides an authentic backdrop for a reconstructed B17 Flying Fortress ball

Take a moment on your visit to enter The Sad Sack Shack which houses a recreation of the airbase engineering office.