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Operating from a landing strip carved by RAF airmen and Yugoslav Partisans with picks
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Operating from a landing strip carved by RAF airmen and Yugoslav Partisans with picks
Operating from a landing strip carved by RAF airmen and Yugoslav Partisans with picks and shovels out of vineyards among the rocky hill of a. Dalmatian island, Spitfires and Hurricanes of Coastal Air Force are giving Marshal Tito the close air support so vitally needed in his campaign against superior enemy forces.
Pilots of these " Island Commandos" have reported enemy trains blown up, schooners sunk, ferries set on fire and petrol dumps and gun positions destroyed.
They pay high tribute to the RAF ground crews and to the Partisans who keep them constantly in the air.
The Unit is commanded by 21-year old Squadron Leader. A. LeHardy, of Faversham. Kent.
Picture shows: Two Yugoslav girls helping serve the officers in the RAF Officers Mess which is housed in an old brick building on the island.
August 1944
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Dalmatia
Croatia
Media ID 21896451
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Operating from a landing strip carved by RAF airmen and Yugoslav Partisans with picks and shovels out of vineyards among the rocky hills of a Dalmatian island, Spitfires and Hurricanes of Coastal Air Force provide vital close air support to Marshal Tito's campaign against superior enemy forces. These 'Island Commandos' have been relentless in their efforts, reporting numerous successful missions including blowing up enemy trains, sinking schooners, setting ferries on fire, and destroying petrol dumps and gun positions. The success of these operations is owed not only to the bravery and skill of the pilots but also to the unwavering dedication of RAF ground crews and the local Partisans who ensure that they remain airborne. Leading this remarkable unit is 21-year-old Squadron Leader A. LeHardy from Faversham, Kent. In this print captured in August 1944, we see two young Yugoslav girls assisting in serving officers at the RAF Officers Mess housed within an old brick building on the island. Their presence symbolizes unity between nations as they work together towards a common goal during World War II. This image serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by both military personnel and civilians alike during this tumultuous time in history. It showcases not only acts of heroism but also moments where individuals find solace amidst chaos – sharing meals together while striving for victory.
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