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Old 23-11-2007, 12:02 AM   #1 (permalink)
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F/L Ernest E Allen DFC

An R.C.A.F. World War II Coastal Command Liberator Pilot's Story, 1939 - 1945, From The Memoirs of Ernest E. Allen, Founder of Seaway Mall

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Aircraft from No. 60 Squadron levelling out for the "run in" to make a mast-head attack on a Japanese coaster off Akyab. Courtesy AWM.
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Thanks for that Andy. I was particularly interested on his mention of Ferry Command. A very overlooked service that managed some amazing feats. Not only did hey have to transport aircraft over vast distances but received minimal support at the beginning.
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