Canadian Fighter Pilots Who Fought in the Battle of Britain - Trenton, ON
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Black granite memorial adorned with a bust of Churchill, located on the grounds of the National Air Force Museum of Canada.
Waymark Code: WMW1WY
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 06/28/2017
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Striking memorial located in the airpark of the National Air Force Museum of Canada.
The Battle of Britain began in 1940 and continued until Hitler shelved his British invasion plans in 1941. 112 Canadians assisted the RAF in the defence of Britain. 47 Canadian Airmen died during the Battle. 401 (1 RCAF) Squadron was the only Canadian fighter squadron to see action during the Battle.
The memorial lists all Canadian air crew who served in the Battle of Britain. Those who were killed have KIA emblazoned after their name and squadron.
Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial
In Honor Of: all Canadian air crew who served in the Battle of Britain
Marker Text:
In Memory Of
All Canadian
Fighter Pilots
Who Fought In
The Battle of Britain
1940
Who Put it Here?: Canadian Fighter Pilots Association
Description of Memorial:
Simple memorial located in the airpark of the National Air Force Museum of Canada.
Wars mentioned (Multi-war only): Not listed
Date of dedication: Not listed
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