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Marine Fighting Squadron 218 (VMF-218) was a reserve fighter squadron of the United States Marine Corps that was originally activated during World War II. Known as the "Hellions", they flew throughout the South Pacific but saw the majority of their fighting during the Philippines Campaign (1944–45). The squadron was credited with downing 18 enemy…
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| Subject | Predicate | Object | Confidence | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VMF-218 | Active | 1 July 1943 – 31 December 1949 | 1.00 | infobox |
| VMF-218 | Active | 1950s - 30 September 1962 | 1.00 | infobox |
| VMF-218 | Allegiance | United States of America | 1.00 | infobox |
| VMF-218 | Branch | United States Marine Corps | 1.00 | infobox |
| VMF-218 | Country | United States | 1.00 | infobox |
| VMF-218 | Engagements | World War II * Philippines Campaign (1944–45) | 1.00 | infobox |
| VMF-218 | Fighter | F4U-4 Corsair FJ-4B Fury F9F Cougar | 1.00 | infobox |
| VMF-218 | Nicknames | "Hellions"(WWII) "Firebirds"(Post-war) | 1.00 | infobox |
| VMF-218 | Part of | Inactive | 1.00 | infobox |
| VMF-218 | Role | Air interdiction Close air support | 1.00 | infobox |
| VMF-218 | Type | Fighter squadron | 1.00 | infobox |
| VMF-218 | related to Unit awards | Members | 0.60 | section |
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