Spitfire Mk VIII AN-A - RCAF Memorial - Windsor, ON - Static Aircraft Displays on Waymarking.com

The Spitfire is, along with its sister Hurricane YO-C, mounted in Jackson Park in Windsor's north end.

It is a Spitfire Mark VIII, number JG184, call sign AN-A, flown by Flying Officer Bert Houle of Windsor during the Second World War. Houle would eventually become the Commanding Officer of 417 (City of Windsor) Squadron. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and Bar for his actions with the Squadron, primarily during the Italian campaign. The original JG184 served with 417 Sqn in North Africa and Italy. It was struck off strength in 1944.

The Preservation Committee opted to mount a fibreglass replica instead of an original frame due to weather concerns. It was felt that the replica would better be able to withstand the rigours of the seasons.

It was dedicated during a ceremony in 2006, and rededicated in 2016.

Type of Aircraft: (make/model): Spitfire Mark VIII Tail Number: (S/N): AN-A JG194 Construction:: replica Location (park, airport, museum, etc.): Jackson Park Windsor inside / outside: outside Other Information:: Sister to Hurricane YO-C. Until 2005 Lancaster Bomber KB212 also resided here. It has been removed and is undergoing an extensive restoration at the Windsor Airport. A cement curb on the ground represents the outline of the bomber. Access restrictions: None.

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